verb
cheapen
Cheapen (verb) means to lower the price or value of something.
verb
1
To lower the price or value of something.
"Now, covered concrete troughs to house the cables are laid parallel with the railway lines, cheapening maintenance because of improved accessibility for inspection and repair."
— , Talking of Trains: The North Eastern's new rail-mounted piling unit (1961)
2
To make something seem less respectable or dignified.
3
To go down in price or value.
4
To try to agree a lower price for something before buying it.
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Etymology
Formed from cheap and -en.
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What is the meaning of cheapen?
"cheapen" (verb) means to lower the price or value of something.
What is another word for cheapen?
Other words for "cheapen" include degrade.
What are the different meanings of cheapen?
"cheapen" has 3 main meanings: 1. To lower the price or value of something; 2. To make something seem less respectable or dignified; 3. To go down in price or value.
