degradare

Definitions of degradare
  1. verb
    lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
    synonyms: retrocedere
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    type of:
    aggravare, appesantire, esasperare, esulcerare, irritare, peggiorare
    make worse
  2. verb
    reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
    synonyms: disonorare
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    types:
    costringere, portare, ridurre
    lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation
    type of:
    mortificare, scornare, umiliare, umiliarsi
    cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
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