Synonyms for Degenerate
Definition of degenerate
adjective
- unrestrained by convention or morality; "Congreve draws a debauched aristocratic society"; "deplorably dissipated and degraded"; "riotous living"; "fast women"
noun
- a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
verb
- grow worse; "Her condition deteriorated"; "Conditions in the slums degenerated"; "The discussion devolved into a shouting match"
14 synonyms found
Writing tips for "degenerate"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like debauched, degraded, deteriorate can replace "degenerate" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"Degenerate" in song lyrics
See how degenerate is used in real songs:
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"Behold Benefit, the old and degenerate"
Benefit — Proceed With Caution -
"He can't afford a lawyer and his public defender a degenerate"
Cassidy f/ Dee Dean, Swizz Beatz, Waah — Real Talk -
"Demanded, the day da county dazzlely degenerate"
L-Fudge f/ Talib Kweli, Skam, Mike Zoot, Shabaam Sahdeeq — What If?