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vulgarise

/ˈvʌl.ɡər.aɪz/

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verb

/ˈvʌl.ɡər.aɪz/C2formal
  • ruГлагол, означающий сделать что-то обычным, популярным или широко известным, часто путем упрощения или снижения его качества.

A verb meaning to make something common, popular, or widely known, often by simplifying or debasing it.

  1. Make popular or commonC1formal

    To adapt something for the general public, making it widely accessible or popular.

    ruПопуляризировать

    • The author vulgarised complex scientific theories for a general audience.
    • They vulgarised the art form by simplifying it for mass consumption.
    • The museum vulgarised ancient history through interactive exhibits.

    Synonymsdemocratizepopularisesimplify

    Antonymscultivatedistinguishelevaterefine

  2. Debase or make coarseC2formal

    To lower the quality or dignity of something, making it crude or lacking refinement.

    ruВульгаризировать

    • The media vulgarised the serious debate with sensational headlines.
    • He vulgarised the ceremony by telling inappropriate jokes.
    • The film vulgarised the original novel's subtle themes.

    Synonymscheapencoarsendebasedefiledegradedemeanlowerprofane

    Antonymsdignifyelevatepurifyrefine

  3. Behave in a vulgar mannerC2formal

    To act in a way that is considered crude, offensive, or lacking in taste.

    ruВести себя вульгарно

    • He vulgarised at the party by shouting and using foul language.
    • She vulgarised during the meeting by making rude gestures.
    • They vulgarised in public, embarrassing their companions.
Forms
  • vulgarised past participle
  • vulgarized past participle
  • vulgarised past simple
  • vulgarized past simple
  • vulgarising present participle
  • vulgarizing present participle
  • vulgarises third person singular
  • vulgarizes third person singular