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degrade

[dɪˈɡreɪd]

degrade Definition

  • 1to treat someone or something poorly and without respect
  • 2to reduce the quality or value of something
  • 3to break down or decompose chemically

Using degrade: Examples

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

  • Example

    The boss's constant criticism degraded his employees' morale.

  • Example

    The pollution in the river degrades the water quality.

  • Example

    The metal will degrade over time if not properly stored.

degrade Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for degrade

Phrases with degrade

  • self-degradation

    the act of belittling or humiliating oneself

    Example

    Her constant self-degradation is a sign of low self-esteem.

  • to behave in a way that lowers one's dignity or self-respect

    Example

    He degraded himself by begging for money on the street.

  • to deteriorate or decline into something worse

    Example

    The peaceful protest degraded into violence and chaos.

Origins of degrade

from Old French 'degré', meaning 'step'

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Summary: degrade in Brief

To degrade [dɪˈɡreɪd] means to treat someone or something poorly, reduce quality or value, or break down chemically. Examples include 'The boss's constant criticism degraded his employees' morale,' and 'The pollution in the river degrades the water quality.' Phrases include 'self-degradation,' 'degrade oneself,' and 'degrade into.' Synonyms include 'humiliate,' 'disgrace,' and 'lower.'