What is another word for degrades?
Pronunciation: [dɪɡɹˈe͡ɪdz] (IPA) 
Degrades is a word that denotes a negative action or process. Synonyms of degrades are words that can convey similar meanings such as demean, diminish, deteriorate, devalue, downgrade, debase, and reduce. Each of these synonyms essentially means to lower the value, quality, or status of something or someone. Demean refers to the act of reducing someone's social status or reputation, while diminish means to lessen or reduce in size, importance, or significance. Deteriorate similarly means to worsen or decline gradually over time. Devalue refers to reducing the worth or value of something, while downgrade refers to lowering something or someone's rank or position. Lastly, debase means to deteriorate morally or to lower the quality of something.
