Degrade Definition & Meaning
degrade
- verb
- reduce the level of land, as by erosion
- reduce in worth or character, usually verbally; "She tends to put down younger women colleagues"; "His critics took him down after the lecture"
- lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
"Degrade" in song lyrics
See how degrade is used in real songs:
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"Human beings degrade"
Gnotes — Belly of the Beast -
"Never losin' my fate, haters gonna try to degrade"
T-Bone f/ Lil Zane, Montell Jordan — To Da River -
"how long for plastic to degrade"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with degrade
Usage tips for "degrade"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "degrade" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for degrade to find words that pair well.