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degradation in French

degradation in French is dégradation — degradation means a lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.

degradation in French

dégradation
noun
The act of reducing in rank, character, or reputation, or of abasing; a lowering from one's standing or rank in office or society

What does "degradation" mean?

  1. noun A lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.
    "He described the humiliating job as a degradation of his skills."
  2. noun A gradual decline in quality, strength, or condition.
    "Environmental degradation has damaged the coral reef."
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degradation in a sentence

  • He described the humiliating job as a degradation of his skills.
  • Environmental degradation has damaged the coral reef.
  • The material shows signs of degradation from sun exposure.

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What is "degradation" in French?

"degradation" in French is dégradation. degradation means: A lowering in rank, dignity, or reputation.

How do you use "degradation" in a sentence?

Example: "He described the humiliating job as a degradation of his skills." In French, "degradation" is dégradation.

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