adj Uncommon

degraded

dih-GRAY-dihd

Degraded (adj) means Reduced in quality, condition, or capability. Example: “The old recording has a degraded, hissy sound.”

adj

Reduced in quality, condition, or capability.

"The old recording has a degraded, hissy sound."

Made to feel humiliated or without dignity.

"She felt degraded by the way she was spoken to."

How to use degraded

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWorn down or lowered — either in physical condition or in dignity.

Common pairings

degraded quality feel degraded

Word forms

more degraded comparative, most degraded superlative

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Etymology

degrade + -ed. See degrade and compare French degré (“step”).

Rhymes for degraded

jaded faded loaded headed shaded graded dreaded uploaded threaded beheaded upgraded unloaded

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Frequently asked questions

What does “degraded” mean?

The word “degraded” means reduced in quality, condition, or capability. In plain terms, worn down or lowered — either in physical condition or in dignity.

How do you pronounce “degraded”?

“Degraded” is pronounced dih-GRAY-dihd (/dɪˈɡɹeɪdɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “degraded” in a sentence?

Here is “degraded” used in a sentence: “The old recording has a degraded, hissy sound.”

What part of speech is “degraded”?

“Degraded” is an adjective.

Is “degraded” a common word?

“Degraded” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “degraded” have?

“Degraded” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: reduced in quality, condition, or capability.