Definitions

1. verb

to make or render something more coarse or common in character, to make something less refined or more plebeian

“The artist’s intention was not to vulgarise the beautiful sculpture, but to make it more accessible to the masses.”

2. verb

to use profane or indecent language

“The comedian’s routine was accused of vulgarising the airwaves with its crude humour.”

3. verb

to make something seem less impressive or less attractive by describing it in a less favourable way

“The politician’s critics accused him of vulgarising the economy by using simplistic solutions to complex problems.”

4. noun

the process of making something more coarse or common in character

“The artist’s work went through a process of vulgarisation before it reached the masses.”