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Meaning of Debased
The primary meaning of the word "Debased" is to lower the quality or character of something, making it less valuable or respectable.
Etymology of Debased
The word "Debased" comes from the Old French word "debasier", which means "to lower" or "to reduce"
This Old French word is derived from the Latin words "de" meaning "down" or "away from" and "bassus" meaning "low"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of lowering or reducing something in value, quality, or character
Synonyms
corrupted
tainted
polluted
contaminated
defiled
degraded
demeaned
dishonored
disgraced
sullied
stained
soiled
fouled
spoiled
ruined
perverted
distorted
twisted
warped
vitiated
adulterated
impure
unclean
foul
vile
base
low
vile
ignoble
shameful
scandalous
infamous
disreputable
notorious
odious
abhorrent
repulsive
repugnant
disgusting
distasteful
objectionable
offensive
coarse
crude
vulgar
rude
uncouth
unrefined
coarse
rough
brutal
savage
barbaric
barbarous
inhumane
cruel
merciless
ruthless
heartless
inhuman
inhumane
Definitions
- To lower the quality or character of something, making it less valuable or respectable
- * To reduce the value or dignity of something, such as a currency or a moral standard
- * To corrupt or spoil something, such as a person's character or a process
Usage Examples
- The company's reputation was debased by the scandal
- * The currency was debased by inflation
- * The politician's character was debased by the allegations of corruption
Antonyms
elevated
lifted
raised
enhanced
improved
refined
purified
cleansed
restored
renewed
revived
revitalized
strengthened
fortified
upheld
maintained
preserved
protected
respected
honored
dignified
noble
virtuous
moral
ethical
principled
upright
decent
respectable
admirable
commendable
laudable
meritorious
exemplary