Question

multiple choice 1 point
replace each phrase in bold with a single word (or form of the word) from the word list.
when the lawyer attempted to harm the reputation of the witness by calling her a liar, the judge intervened
avid
brusque
demean
despicable

Explanation:

The act of harming someone's reputation is to "demean" them. "Avid" means enthusiastic, "brusque" means abrupt in manner, and "despicable" means worthy of contempt. Only "demean" relates to harming reputation.

Answer:

C. Demean