Meaning of the word downgrade in English
What does downgrade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
downgrade
US /ˌdaʊnˈɡreɪd/
UK /ˌdaʊnˈɡreɪd/
Verb
1.
to reduce someone or something to a lower rank or position, or to cause something to be considered less important or valuable:
Example:
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My job's been downgraded to that of ordinary editor.
Noun
1.
the process of downgrading:
Example:
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A credit rating downgrade would raise their cost of borrowing.
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