Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
degrade
verb
/dɪˈɡreɪd/
Definition
To lower in dignity, quality, or status.
Examples
- The pollution in the river has degraded the water quality.
- She felt that the comments made by her peers served to degrade her self-esteem.
- Waste products can degrade the environment if not managed properly.
Meaning
Degrade means to bring someone or something down in rank, quality, or esteem. It often refers to actions that diminish respect or value.
Synonyms
- diminish
- lower
- devalue
- humiliate
- reduce
