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degradations

The word “degradations” has 4 syllables: deg-ra-da-tions

It's pronounced as /ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃənz/

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In the thesaurus, “degradations” has 53 synonyms and 24 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for degradations

Antonyms for degradations

Meanings of degradations

  • noun
    1. The act of reducing in rank, character, or reputation, or of abasing; a lowering from one's standing or rank in office or society.
    2. The state of being reduced in rank, character, or reputation; baseness; moral, physical, or intellectual degeneracy; disgrace; abasement; debasement.
    3. Diminution or reduction of strength, efficacy, or value; degeneration; deterioration.
    4. A gradual wearing down or wasting, as of rocks and banks, by the action of water, frost etc.
    5. A deleterious change in the chemical structure, physical properties or appearance of a material from natural or artificial exposure.
    6. The state or condition of a species or group which exhibits degraded forms; degeneration.
    7. Arrest of development, or degeneration of any organ, or of the body as a whole.
    8. The gradual breakdown of components of a material, as a result of a natural element, i.e.: heat, cold and wind.

Example Sentences

  • The scientist observed multiple degradations in the quality of the soil over time.
  • Environmental groups warn about the degradations caused by deforestation.
  • The novel portrays the moral degradations of a corrupt society.
  • The study revealed different degradations of the material under stress.
  • History is filled with accounts of the social degradations that follow war and famine.

On this page you'll find 77 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to degradations, such as: abasements, abatements, accretions, accruals, addenda, addendums, additions.

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abashments

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  • disgraces
  • dismays
  • disquiets
  • distresses
  • disturbances
  • embarrassments
  • flusters
  • humble pies
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  • ignominies
  • mortifications
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  • shames
  • upsets

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