Debased

Pronunciation: /dɪˈbeɪst/

Definitions of debased

adjective lowered in quality, value, or character

Example Sentences

A1 The debased coin was easily identified as a fake.

A2 The debased currency caused confusion among tourists.

B1 The debased artwork was deemed unworthy of display in the museum.

B2 The debased language used in the novel reflected the author's lack of skill.

C1 The debased political system led to widespread corruption.

C2 The debased values of society were evident in the way people treated each other.

Examples of debased in a Sentence

formal The debased currency led to economic instability in the country.

informal He debased himself by cheating on the exam.

slang She's so debased, always causing drama for attention.

figurative The debased morals of society are a cause for concern.

Grammatical Forms of debased

• past tense: debased
• plural: debased
• comparative: more debased
• superlative: most debased
• present tense: debase
• future tense: will debase
• perfect tense: has debased
• continuous tense: is debasing
• singular: debased
• positive degree: debased
• infinitive: to debase
• gerund: debasing
• participle: debased

Origin and Evolution of debased

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'debased' originated from the Old French word 'debas', which means to lower in value or quality.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'debased' has retained its original meaning of lowering in value or quality, but has also come to be used in a broader sense to describe something that has been corrupted or degraded.