demoralized

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
  2. verb lower someone's spirits; make downhearted
  3. verb confuse or put into disorder

Synonyms

corrupt, pervert, subvert, demoralize, demoralise, debauch, debase, profane, vitiate, deprave, misdirect

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
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Narrower (hyponyms)
bastardize, sensualize, suborn, poison, lead off, infect

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