<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>to detract, as from authority, estimation, etc. (usually followed by from).</li><li>to stray in character or conduct; degenerate (usually followed by from).</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to disparage or belittle.</li><li>Archaic: to take away (a part) so as to impair the whole.</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>Archaic: debased.</li></ul>