debases
The word “debases” has 3 syllables: de-ba-ses.
It's pronounced as /dɪˈbeɪsɪz/.
What is synonym and antonym for debases?
In the thesaurus, “debases” has 22 synonyms and 38 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for debases along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for debases
- cheapen
- corrupts
- debauches
- defile
- degrades
- demean
- demeans
- demoralize
- destroys
- deteriorates
- dilutes
- discredits
- disgrace
- dishonor
- embarrasses
- humiliate
- humiliates
- impair
- pervert
- subverts
- vitiate
- weakens
Antonyms for debases
- acknowledges
- aggrandizes
- aid
- applauds
- assist
- boasts
- boost
- canonizes
- celebrates
- cheers
- cites
- commends
- congratulates
- decorates
- deifies
- dignifies
- elevates
- enhance
- enhances
- ennobles
- enriches
- esteem
- eulogizes
- exalts
- extolls
- extols
- hails
- help
- honor
- honors
- improves
- lauds
- praises
- recognizes
- salutes
- touts
- upgrade
- uplifts
Meanings of debases
- verb
- To lower in character, quality, or value; to degrade.
- To lower in position or rank.
- To lower the value of (a currency) by reducing the amount of valuable metal in the coins.
Example Sentences
- The scandal debases the reputation of the once-respected organization.
- Many believe that sensationalist media debases the quality of public discourse.
- The constant focus on trivial matters debases the value of meaningful conversation.
- Some argue that the new policy debases the standards of academic excellence.
- The portrayal of historical events in a biased manner debases our understanding of the past.
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