degrade
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(verb) lower the grade of something; reduce its worth |
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Synonyms: cheapen |
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Related Words: aggravate, devaluate, devalue, exacerbate, exasperate, worsen |
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| 2. |
(verb) reduce the level of land, as by erosion |
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Antonyms: aggrade |
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(verb) reduce in worth, character, etc.; disgrace; dishonour |
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Synonyms: demean, disgrace, put down |
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Related Words: abase, chagrin, dehumanize, humble, humiliate, mortify, reduce |
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