Definition and Synonyms for Degenerate

Definition of Degenerate

1. A person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior Noun
2. Unrestrained by convention or morality Adjective Satellite
3. Grow worse Verb

Synonyms for word "degenerate"

Semanticaly linked words with "degenerate"

Hyponims for word "degenerate"

Lexical Analysis for "degenerate"

degeneration
Noun
derivation
2
1. the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality
2. the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities
degenerative
Adjective Satellite
derivation
1
1. (of illness) marked by gradual deterioration of organs and cells along with loss of function

Words Rhyme with degenerate

Etymology for degenerate

etymology degenerative
etymologically related degeneration
etymologically related degenerative
etymologically related generate
etymological origin of degeneratus [Latin]
is derived from degenerate matter
is derived from degenerated
is derived from degenerates
is derived from degenerating
is derived from degeneration