degradation
nounHow to pronounce degradation:
Definition of degradation:
- degradation (noun):
- the act or process of degrading
- a wasting away of a physical organ or part
- changing to a lower state (a less respected state).
Synonyms for degradation:
bastardizationdeteriorationdecreaseimpairmentfallsubversioncorruptiondescentconstipationreductionShow 15 more
Antonyms for degradation:
exaltationsuccessupgradewinelevationrisepridecreationbuildingfortuneShow 15 more
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