Vulgarization
noun
The process of making something less refined or sophisticated.
The vulgarization of art in popular media can often take away its original meaning.
Often appears as...
- vulgarization of culture
- vulgarization of language
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Disapproving
Academic
noun
The act of making something generally accessible or widely understood.
The vulgarization of scientific information has made it more accessible to the general public.
Often appears as...
- vulgarization of knowledge
- vulgarization of information
Usage tips
Academic
noun
The process of making something less refined or sophisticated.
The vulgarization of art in popular media can often take away its original meaning.
Often appears as...
- vulgarization of culture
- vulgarization of language
Usage tips
Disapproving
Academic
noun
The act of making something generally accessible or widely understood.
The vulgarization of scientific information has made it more accessible to the general public.
Often appears as...
- vulgarization of knowledge
- vulgarization of information
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term often implies a decline in quality or value, seen negatively.
Fans criticized the vulgarization of their favorite book series in its latest movie adaptation.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Intentional
Vulgarization can happen organically as something becomes more mainstream.
The artist's unique style lost its appeal due to the unintentional vulgarization through mass replication.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be aware that 'vulgarization' can be seen as a critique of cultural changes.
Her comments on the vulgarization of traditional dances sparked a heated debate.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term often implies a decline in quality or value, seen negatively.
Fans criticized the vulgarization of their favorite book series in its latest movie adaptation.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Intentional
Vulgarization can happen organically as something becomes more mainstream.
The artist's unique style lost its appeal due to the unintentional vulgarization through mass replication.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be aware that 'vulgarization' can be seen as a critique of cultural changes.
Her comments on the vulgarization of traditional dances sparked a heated debate.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term often implies a decline in quality or value, seen negatively.
Fans criticized the vulgarization of their favorite book series in its latest movie adaptation.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Intentional
Vulgarization can happen organically as something becomes more mainstream.
The artist's unique style lost its appeal due to the unintentional vulgarization through mass replication.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be aware that 'vulgarization' can be seen as a critique of cultural changes.
Her comments on the vulgarization of traditional dances sparked a heated debate.
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