Vulgarize

Synonyms of vulgarize

• debase
• cheapen
• coarsen

Antonyms of vulgarize

• elevate
• purify
• refine

Collocations of vulgarize

vulgarize language

Frequency: 70 %

He vulgarized the language with his crude jokes.

vulgarize art

Frequency: 60 %

The artist's attempt to vulgarize art was met with criticism.

vulgarize music

Frequency: 55 %

The pop star's lyrics were seen as an attempt to vulgarize music.

vulgarize culture

Frequency: 50 %

The reality TV show seemed to vulgarize the culture it portrayed.

vulgarize literature

Frequency: 45 %

Some critics accused the author of trying to vulgarize literature.

Idiomatic Expressions for vulgarize

• Phrase: vulgarize language
  Meaning: to use crude or offensive language in a way that lacks refinement or sophistication
  Usage: The comedian's routine was criticized for vulgarizing language and relying on cheap jokes.