defile synonyms

defile

v.

  1. To corrupt

    debase, pollute, besmirch, contaminate; see contaminate, corrupt 1, dirty.

  2. To violate

    dishonor, sully, desecrate, deflower; see disgrace, profane, rape. See syn. study at contaminate.

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