lower oneself

• Вести себя менее достойно, уважительно или морально приемлемо, чем обычно, часто совершая действия, считающиеся ниже своего социального или личного статуса.

To behave in a way that is less dignified, respectable, or morally upright than one's usual standards, often by engaging in actions considered beneath one's social or personal status.

1. Act beneath one's dignityB2formal

   To behave in a way that is less respectable or honorable than one's usual standards.

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   • He refused to lower himself by lying to his friends.
   • She would never lower herself to gossip about others.
   • I won't lower myself to argue with someone so rude.