degradieren
Translation
to demote, to degrade, to downgrade
Examples
Der Offizier wurde zum Soldaten degradiert.
The officer was demoted to a private.
Diese Handlung degradiert ihn in meinen Augen.
This action degrades him in my eyes.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to sth.)) to demote (sb.) (to sth.) The general demoted the captain to lieutenant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: herabstufen, zurückstufen; Antonyms: befördern (to promote), promovieren (to promote)
Etymology
From Latin 'de-' (down) + 'gradus' (step, rank). Cognate with English 'degrade'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-grade' – to lower someone's grade or rank.