What does degrading mean?
Degrading means present participle and gerund of degrade.
Degrading
/dɪˈɡɹeɪdɪŋ(ɡ)/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of degrade.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of degrade
- Causing or likely to cause someone to feel degraded.
- An act or process of degradation.
Example Sentences
Retrieving my dropped possessions from the mud was a degrading experience.
Synonyms for degrading
Antonyms for degrading
Related Words
Word Forms
- more degrading
- most degrading
- degradings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for degrading?
Common synonyms include harmful, noxious, dishonorable, corrupting.
What is the opposite of degrading?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use degrading in a sentence?
Retrieving my dropped possessions from the mud was a degrading experience.
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