debased

Definitions of debased
  1. adjective
    mixed with impurities
    synonyms: adulterate, adulterated
    impure
    combined with extraneous elements
  2. adjective
    lowered in value
    “a debased currency”
    synonyms: degraded, devalued
    low
    less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
  3. adjective
    ruined in character or quality
    synonyms: corrupted, vitiated
    corrupt
    lacking in integrity
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