Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
debasement
noun
/ˌdiːˈbeɪsmənt/
Definition
The reduction in the quality or value of something.
Examples
- The debasement of the currency led to economic instability.
- There was a noticeable debasement of moral standards in the society.
- The artist was concerned about the debasement of art through commercialization.
Meaning
Debasement refers to the act of lowering the quality, value, or status of something. It can apply to currency, moral values, or overall standards.
Synonyms
- devaluation
- diminution
- decline
- reduction
- degradation
