debase

di'beis

GRE

v. lower in value by increasing the base-metal content

vt. 贬低, 降低

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BNC 频率

22,355

使用频率

debase 由前缀 de- 和词根 base 组成。前缀 de- 表示“降低、去掉”，而 base 意思是“基础、底部”。组合起来表示“降低基础”，即贬低。

例句

1. The constant changes in the currency can debase its value over time.

货币的不断变化可能会随着时间贬值。

2. He felt that the scandal would debase his reputation in the community.

他觉得这起丑闻会贬低他在社区中的声誉。

3. Many believe that excessive advertising can debase the quality of a brand.

许多人认为过度的广告宣传会贬低一个品牌的质量。