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