latrate

/lætrˈeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to degrade, lower, or impair (something, especially someone’s dignity) through violence, abuse, or mistreatment

“The bully’s behavior latrated the victim, causing them to lose their self-confidence.”

2. noun

an act of degrading, lowering, or impairing (something, especially someone’s dignity) through violence, abuse, or mistreatment

“The witness reported a serious latrate of the prisoner by the corrupt police officers.”

Synonyms

  • abuse
  • debase
  • degrade

Antonyms

  • honor
  • respect