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Definition of cheapen

cheapen

/ˈtʃiːpən/
cheap · en
Adverb:cheaply
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Adjective:cheap
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Past Simple:cheapened
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Past Participle:cheapened
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Present Participle:cheapening
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cheapen Lexical Profile

cheapen Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To degrade, devalue, or lower the dignity, moral worth, or esteem of someone or something.

Example

"Critics argued that the flashy commercial endorsements would cheapen the prestigious reputation of the historic theater."

2

To reduce the monetary price or exchange value of a commodity or currency, or to become less expensive.

Example

"Advances in manufacturing technology helped cheapen the production of solar panels over the past decade."

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• Rhymes for cheapen

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century from the adjective 'cheap' (ultimately from Old English 'ceap', meaning a bargain, trade, or market) combined with the verbal suffix '-en'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cheapen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cheapen
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