degrade
/dɪˈɡreɪd/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #6395 in the learning path
使恶化；降低质量
Definitions
v. To reduce the quality or condition of something
使恶化；降低质量
v. To break down chemically into simpler substances
降解；分解
v. To treat someone as though they deserve no respect
贬低；侮辱人格
Example
Strong sunlight can degrade the fabric of outdoor chairs.
强烈的阳光会损坏户外椅子的面料。
Intensive farming can degrade soil quality, making it harder to grow healthy crops in the future.
集约化农业可能降低土壤质量，使今后更难种出健康的作物。
Collocations
- degrade soil quality
- degrade the environment
- degrade over time
Word family
- degradation (n.)
- degradable (adj.)
- degrading (adj.)
Synonyms
- deteriorate
- damage
Usage tip
表示质量下降时可及物；化学降解也可不及物。
FAQ
- What does degrade mean?
- To reduce the quality or condition of something To break down chemically into simpler substances To treat someone as though they deserve no respect
- How is degrade pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈɡreɪd/, US /dɪˈɡreɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
