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Debasement (Noun)

Being mixed with extraneous material; the product of adulterating.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The company was accused of selling debasement of coffee, which was found to contain a significant amount of chicory.
The artist's reputation was tarnished when it was discovered that her paintings were actually debasement of genuine works by other artists.
The government agency issued a warning about the debasement of honey sold in local markets, which was found to contain added sugars and syrups.
The company's products were found to be debasement of authentic perfumes, containing cheap fragrances and fillers.
The lab results showed that the gold coins were actually debasement, containing a high percentage of copper and other base metals.

Changing to a lower state (a less respected state).

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The debasement of the once noble profession was evident in the numerous scandals that had tarnished its reputation.
The country's economic debasement was reflected in the drastic decline of its currency's value.
The artist's work was criticized for its debasement of the classical style, which many saw as a betrayal of its traditional values.
The politician's behavior was seen as a debasement of the office he held, and many called for his resignation.
The reduction of the prestigious award to a mere popularity contest was widely seen as a debasement of its original purpose.