Definitions

1. verb

to lower or reduce the quality, value, or importance of something

“The politician’s scandalous behavior debased the office of the president.”

2. verb

to reduce (a currency) in value by official action, as by raising interest rates or increasing the money supply

“The central bank’s decision to debase the currency caused inflation to soar.”

3. verb

to corrupt or taint (someone’s) morals or character

“The corrupt businessman tried to debase the young intern with his lavish gifts.”

4. noun

the act of lowering or reducing the quality, value, or importance of something

“The debase of the currency led to a significant loss in the country’s economy.”