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to debase
01
to reduce the intrinsic value or quality of something, especially currency, by decreasing the amount of valuable material it contains
Examples
In ancient times, rulers would debase coins by diluting the precious metal content to finance their expenditures.
Historical records indicate instances where rulers chose to debase coins, compromising the integrity of the monetary system for short-term financial gains.
02
corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
03
to tarnish someone's character or morals
Examples
The scandal debased the politician ’s once-respected reputation.
She felt that his cruel comments were meant to debase her character.
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