Definition

A person who reduces the quality, value, or character of something, often by making it worse or less valuable.

Example

The degrader of the artwork used cheap materials that ruined its value.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new coin that was released?

Yeah, I heard it has some cheap materials in it.

That makes it feel like a real degrader of value, doesn't it?

Absolutely! It’s disappointing when they compromise quality like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Degrader → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "gradi" (from Latin, meaning to step or go). The word "degrader" refers to someone or something that causes a decline or deterioration, stepping down the quality or status of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stepping down' ('gradi') from a higher state to a lower one ('de-') — that's why a degrader means something that causes decline.

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