DOWNGRADED Meaning and
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The term "downgraded" is used to describe a situation in which a person, entity, or thing is assigned a lower status, rank, or value than what was previously assigned. It is a process of reducing or lowering the level of something based on certain assessments, evaluations, or judgments made.
When referring to an individual, "downgraded" means that they have been stripped of a higher position or title and have been assigned a relatively lower ranking role. This can occur due to poor performance, incompetence, or a reassessment of qualifications. In such cases, the person may lose certain privileges, responsibilities, or benefits that were associated with their previous higher position.
In the financial context, "downgraded" typically refers to the reduction of a credit rating assigned to a company, country, or investment. Credit rating agencies assess the creditworthiness and risk associated with debt issuers, and downgrading implies that the agency perceives the issuer to be at a higher risk of default or is less likely to meet its financial obligations. This downgrade can have significant implications, such as higher borrowing costs, reduced investor confidence, and limited access to capital.
Overall, "downgraded" indicates a decline in status, value, or assessment from a previous position or rating, leading to a lower rank, classification, or rating.
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Etymology of DOWNGRADED
The word "downgraded" is formed by adding the prefix "down-" to the verb "grade".
The term "grade" originated in the late 16th century from the Middle French word "grader", which means "to grade or slope". It later evolved into the Old French word "grader" and the Latin word "gradus", both of which convey the idea of a step or a degree.
The prefix "down-" indicates movement to a lower level or position. Combining the prefix "down-" with the verb "grade" results in the word "downgrade", which means to lower in rank, status, or quality.
The verb "downgraded" is derived from "downgrade" and typically refers to the act of reducing or lowering something, often implying a decrease in importance or worth.
Similar spelling word for DOWNGRADED
Conjugate verb Downgraded
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