debasement

The word “debasement” has 3 syllables: de-base-ment

It's pronounced as /dɪˈbeɪsmənt/

What is synonym and antonym for debasement?

In the thesaurus, “debasement” has 31 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for debasement along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for debasement

abjection
corruption
corruptness
debauchery
decadence
decadency
degeneracy
degenerateness
degeneration
degradation
demoralization
depravation
depravity
dissipatedness
dissipation
dissoluteness
evil
filth
gangrene
immorality
libertinage
libertinism
perversion
pervertedness
rakishness
rot
sinfulness
squalor
turpitude
villainy
wickedness

Antonyms for debasement

goodness
honor
morality
righteousness
virtue

Meanings of debasement

noun
1. The act of debasing or the state of being debased; a lowering or degradation, especially in character or quality.
2. The lowering of the value of a currency by reducing the amount of valuable metal in the coins.

Example Sentences

The debasement of the currency led to severe inflation and economic instability.
The report highlighted the debasement of ethical standards in the corporation’s recent practices.
The political scandal was a clear example of the debasement of public trust in government officials.
The debasement of the original artwork was criticized by art historians for its lack of respect for artistic integrity.
Many felt that the sensationalist media coverage contributed to the debasement of serious journalism.

On this page you'll find 36 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to debasement, such as: abjection, corruption, corruptness, debauchery, decadence, decadency, degeneracy.

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