Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deprave
verb
/dɪˈpreɪv/
Definition
To make someone morally bad or evil.
Examples
- His actions were depraved, showing a complete disregard for others.
- The book explores how exposure to violence can deprave the youth.
Meaning
Deprave refers to the act of corrupting someone’s morals, values, or behavior, leading them away from what is considered good or right.
Synonyms
- corrupt
- debase
- degenrate
- immoralize
- pervert
