CEFR B2

debase

verb

Meaning

To lower the character or value of something or someone, or to reduce its quality or status.

Examples

The scandal threatened to debase the reputation of the entire organization.
He felt that accepting the bribe would debase his principles.

Synonyms: lower, degrade, corrupt, vilify

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debase (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈbeɪs/

Definition

To lower the character or value of something or someone, or to reduce its quality or status.

Examples

The scandal threatened to debase the reputation of the entire organization.
He felt that accepting the bribe would debase his principles.
The constant criticism began to debase her confidence.

How to Use debase

debase oneself (phrasal verb): To act in a way that lowers one's own dignity or self-respect. — "She felt she would debase herself if she lied to protect him."
debase [something] (prepositional phrase): To reduce the quality, value, or status of a specific thing. — "The constant use of slang can debase the English language."

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