debase
9 points
English
6 letters
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Definitions
verb
corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/dʌbˈeɪs/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Synonyms
corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance
lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
More rhymes → · rhymes from CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Crossword clues
- “Another word for adulterate” gen-syn