downgrade
//ˈdaʊnˌɡreɪd//
Verb
downgradeInfinitive
downgradePresent tense
downgradedPast tense
downgradedPast participle
downgradingPresent participle
downgradesThird-person singular
1
To reduce something or someone to a lower rank, status, or level of importance.
The company decided to downgrade his position due to poor performance.
2
To lower the quality, value, or rating of something.
The company decided to downgrade the product's specifications to reduce costs.
Noun
downgradeSingular
1
A reduction in rank, status, importance, or quality.
The downgrade in his job title was a blow to his confidence.
2
A downward slope or incline, especially on a road or railway.
The train picked up speed on the downgrade.