Definition

To make something inferior in quality or value, often by altering it in a negative way.

Example

The artist felt that the new version of his painting would bastardise his original vision.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I really hate when they bastardise classic songs.

Yeah, it ruins the whole vibe of the original.

Exactly! It's like they don't even respect the art.

Totally, some things should just be left as they are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bastardise → It is formed from "bastard" (from Old French *bastard*, meaning illegitimate child) and the suffix "-ise" (meaning to make or to cause to be). The word "bastardise" means to make something illegitimate or to corrupt its original form.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'bastard' which refers to something illegitimate, and the suffix '-ise' means to make. This helps you remember that 'bastardise' means to make something illegitimate or corrupt.

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