Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

debauch

verb
/dɪˈbɔːtʃ/
Definition
To lead someone away from virtue or duty; to corrupt.
Examples
  • The rich lifestyle of the celebrities seems to debauch their sense of responsibility.
  • He felt that the party would debauch his young friends and lead them astray.
Meaning
Debauch refers to a state of moral or physical corruption, often associated with excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures.
Synonyms
  • Corrupt
  • Dissipate
  • Debase
  • Immoralize