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Debased

/dɪˈbeɪst/adjective / verb (past participle)
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Debased describes something that has been lowered in quality, value, or moral integrity, often through intentional dilution or corruption. In contemporary contexts, it might refer to debased currency in financial systems or debased cultural artifacts, underscoring how easily standards can slip in an era of rapid change and shortcuts.

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