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DEGRADES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Degrades.

Degrades - as a verb

Reduce the level of land, as by erosion

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
aggrade10

Reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

Example: "She tends to put down younger women colleagues"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
demean9disgrace12take down
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
abase7chagrin13humble13humiliate14mortify15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lower the grade of something; reduce its worth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cheapen14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aggravate14exacerbate21exasperate19worsen9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Continuous exposure to sunlight degrades the quality of the fabric."
"Using low-quality ingredients degrades the taste of the dish."
"The constant use of harsh chemicals degrades the condition of the hair."
"The repeated use of abrasive cleaners degrades the surface of the countertop."
"Constant exposure to pollution degrades the air quality in cities."
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Word Game Points

Is DEGRADES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, degrades is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEGRADES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is DEGRADES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, degrades is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEGRADES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is DEGRADES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, degrades is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEGRADES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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