degraded

[dɪˈɡreɪdɪd]

degraded Definition

• 1. having lost the quality of being respected, morally upright, or successful
• 2. reduced in rank, dignity, or quality

Using degraded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "degraded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company's reputation was degraded by the scandal.

• Example

  He felt degraded by the way his boss spoke to him.

• Example

  The once-beautiful building had become degraded over time.

degraded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for degraded

• disgraced
• shamed
• dishonored
• humiliated
• demoted

Antonyms for degraded

• honored
• respected
• dignified

Phrases with degraded

• degraded land

  land that has been damaged or destroyed by human activity or natural forces

  Example

  The government is working to restore degraded land in the national park.

• degraded image

  an image that has lost quality or resolution due to compression or other factors

  Example

  The photo was so small and degraded that it was hard to make out the details.

• degraded music

  music that has been distorted or altered in quality, often due to poor recording or playback equipment

  Example

  The cassette tape was so old and degraded that the music sounded scratchy and distorted.

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Summary: degraded in Brief

The term 'degraded' [dɪˈɡreɪdɪd] refers to a loss of respect, morality, or quality. It can describe people, companies, or buildings, as in 'The company's reputation was degraded by the scandal.' 'Degraded' also extends to phrases like 'degraded land,' referring to damaged or destroyed land, and 'degraded music,' describing distorted or altered sound quality.