Synonyms for Debase
Definition of debase
verb
- corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality; "debauch the young people with wine and women"; "Socrates was accused of corrupting young men"; "Do school counselors subvert young children?"; "corrupt the morals"
- lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
- corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones; "adulterate liquor"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "debase"
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"Debase" in song lyrics
See how debase is used in real songs:
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"Pullin out an ace, haters they observe and debase"
DJ Cosm f/ Insight — Learn From Mistakes -
"And those that are you wanna further debase"
The Herd — 77%