degrading
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for degrading, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Causing someone to feel humiliated or stripped of dignity.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
debasing
corrupting
Antonyms
How to use degrading
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
degrading treatment
degrading remarks
Frequently asked questions
What does “degrading” mean?
The word “degrading” means causing someone to feel humiliated or stripped of dignity. In plain terms, something that lowers a person's dignity or self-respect.
How do you pronounce “degrading”?
“Degrading” is pronounced dih-GRAY-dihng (/dɪˈɡɹeɪdɪŋ(ɡ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “degrading” in a sentence?
Here is “degrading” used in a sentence: “The interviewer asked several degrading questions about her appearance.”
What part of speech is “degrading”?
“Degrading” is an adjective.
Is “degrading” a common word?
“Degrading” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
