cheapen

/ˈtʃiːpən/
verb
  1. To make something lower in price or value.
    • The company cheapened its brand by selling low-quality goods.
    • Using cheaper materials will cheapen the final product.
    • The store cheapened the prices to attract more customers.
  2. To make something seem less worthy of respect; to degrade.
    • His rude comments cheapened the whole ceremony.
    • The constant advertising cheapened the art exhibition.
    • Don't cheapen your achievements by bragging about them.
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