morbify

/ˈmɔrbaɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause or become infected with a disease or a serious condition

“The city has begun to morbify due to the rapid spread of the virus.”

2. verb

to cause or become morally corrupt or degenerate

“The once-peaceful community began to morbify after the wealthy businessman moved in.”

3. noun

a disease or a serious condition that causes moral degeneration

“The morbify of the city was attributed to the lack of healthcare services.”

Synonyms

  • corrupt
  • degenerate

Antonyms

  • purify
  • sanctify