Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

envilecer

verb

/ɛnˈvɪl.ə.sɛr/

Definition

To degrade or debase; to lower in quality or value.

Examples

His actions served to envilecer the reputation of the once-respected organization.
When we treat others poorly, we envilecer not only them but ourselves as well.

Meaning

Envilecer is a verb that refers to the act of making something or someone less noble, less virtuous, or of lower quality. It often implies a moral or ethical deterioration.