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degrading

adjective/dɨɡɾɐˈdɐ̃tɨ/medium

de·gra·dan·te

Definition

Causing a loss of self-respect or dignity; humiliating.
The prisoners were subjected to degrading treatment.
He found the menial tasks to be degrading.
Common collocations
degrading treatmentdegrading conditionsdegrading experience

Etymology

Do latim 'degradans, -antis', particípio presente de 'degradare' (rebaixar).

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