A new way to see degrade.
Different voices, different experiences, a shared theme. Take a moment to find the words that resonate with you.
A moment to reflect
Which idea here would you like to carry into your day?
The meaning of degrade+
(v. t.) To reduce from a higher to a lower rank or degree; to
lower in rank; to deprive of office or dignity; to strip of honors; as,
to degrade a nobleman, or a general officer.
(v. t.) To reduce in estimation, character, or reputation; to
lessen the value of; to lower the physical, moral, or intellectual
character of; to debase; to bring shame or contempt upon; to disgrace;
as, vice degrades a man.
(v. t.) To reduce in altitude or magnitude, as hills and
mountains; to wear down.
(v. i.) To degenerate; to pass from a higher to a lower type of
structure; as, a family of plants or animals degrades through this or
that genus or group of genera.