cheapen

/ˈtʃipən/
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Other forms: cheapened; cheapening; cheapens

Definitions of cheapen
  1. verb
    lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
    synonyms: degrade
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    types:
    devaluate, devalue
    remove the value from; deprive of its value
    demonetise, demonetize
    deprive of value for payment
    type of:
    aggravate, exacerbate, exasperate, worsen
    make worse
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