Synonyms for

Downgrading

Verb / ˈdaʊˈngreɪdɪŋ / Another word for downgrading — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To lower the status or rank of something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

upgrade downgrade demote lower devalue reduce cheapen depreciate declass debase disrate devaluate depreciate demean deprive devalorize depreciate degrade diminish humiliate relegate sink

Example sentences

  1. The manager decided to downgrade the hotel room due to overbooking.
  2. The school board decided to downgrade the school's funding.
  3. The athlete was downgraded from first place to second due to a rule violation.
  4. The company's credit rating was downgraded by the financial institution.
  5. The chef downgraded the dish due to the lack of ingredients.

Quotes

  • I am not downgrading the value of education, but sports must be included in education.
  • I am not downgrading the importance of skills such as math, reading, and writing, but music is also important.
  • I am not downgrading the role of women in society, but men and women should be treated equally.

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