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UK//ˈdɪɡreɪdɪŋ//US//dɪˈɡreɪdɪŋ//

Meaning of This is degrading

To lower in dignity or quality, causing shame or embarrassment.

In simple words: This is embarrassing or lowering someone's dignity.

This is degrading in a sentence

  • Being publicly scolded like that is just degrading.
  • This situation is degrading for everyone involved.
  • The way he spoke to her was truly degrading and unkind.
  • They found the constant criticism to be degrading to their self-esteem.
  • It's degrading to be treated as if you don't matter.

How to use This is degrading

Use in contexts where something is humiliating or disrespectful. Avoid in very formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'degrade' as in 'down' and 'grade' being a step down.

Related words

Collocations with This is degrading

  • degrading experience
  • degrading comments
  • degrading treatment
  • degrading behavior
  • degrading remarks

Synonyms for This is degrading

  • demeaning
  • humiliating
  • disgraceful
  • belittling
  • shaming

Common mistakes with This is degrading

  • Confused with 'decreasing' - degrading is about respect, not amount.
  • Used in positive contexts - should be negative.
  • Mispronounced - ensure to stress the second syllable.

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Frequently asked questions about This is degrading

What does This is degrading mean?

This is embarrassing or lowering someone's dignity.

What is the definition of This is degrading?

To lower in dignity or quality, causing shame or embarrassment.

How do you use This is degrading in a sentence?

Being publicly scolded like that is just degrading.

Can you give another example of This is degrading?

This situation is degrading for everyone involved.

What are synonyms for This is degrading?

Common alternatives include demeaning, humiliating, disgraceful, belittling, shaming.

What words go with This is degrading?

It commonly pairs with degrading experience, degrading comments, degrading treatment, degrading behavior, degrading remarks.

What are common mistakes when using This is degrading?

Confused with 'decreasing' - degrading is about respect, not amount. Used in positive contexts - should be negative. Mispronounced - ensure to stress the second syllable.

How do you pronounce This is degrading?

US: //dɪˈɡreɪdɪŋ//, UK: //ˈdɪɡreɪdɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use This is degrading?

Use in contexts where something is humiliating or disrespectful. Avoid in very formal situations.