How Do You Spell BASTARDIZED?

Pronunciation: [bˈastədˌa͡ɪzd] (IPA)

The word "bastardized" is spelled with the following IPA phonetic transcription: /ˈbæs.tər.daɪzd/. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "a" sound, followed by the "s" and "t" sounds in the second syllable. The third syllable is pronounced with a long "i" sound, and the final two syllables are pronounced with a short "i" sound and a voiced "d" sound, respectively. This word means to corrupt or debase something, often referring to language or cultural practices.

BASTARDIZED Meaning and Definition

1. The term "bastardized" is an adjective derived from the verb "bastardize" and refers to the act of corrupting or perverting something of superior quality or legitimacy. It describes the alteration or degradation of an original concept, practice, or item, resulting in a distorted or debased version compared to its original form.

   When something is bastardized, it often implies that it has been diminished, discredited, or diluted by incorporating elements of lesser quality or by improper modifications. This demeaning term is commonly used when referring to artistic, cultural, or intellectual endeavors that have been drastically altered to cater to popular or commercial tastes, often sacrificing the integrity of the original work.

   In broader contexts, the term can also be employed to criticize the alteration or adulteration of traditional customs, ethical principles, or historical facts. It implies that the authentic nature or essence has been compromised, leading to an inferior or fraudulent representation.

   "Bastardized" carries a negative connotation, suggesting a loss of value, authenticity, or purity. It highlights the departure from accepted standards or the violation of fundamental principles. This term is used to express disappointment or disapproval towards the dilution or degradation of something previously regarded as genuine or legitimate.

Top Common Misspellings for BASTARDIZED *

• basterdized 60%
• bastaridized 40%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for BASTARDIZED

• bastadised
• basterdised
• bastardiesed
• bastardiesd
• vastardized
• nastardized
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• dastardised

Etymology of BASTARDIZED

The word "bastardized" is derived from the noun "bastard", which originated from the Old French word "bâtard" around the 13th century. "Bâtard" itself has roots in the Latin word "bastum", meaning a saddle pack or truss, which referred to a "mixed breed" or "mongrel". Over time, "bastard" came to be used as an insult to describe a person born out of wedlock or someone of illegitimate birth. The term "bastardized" is the past participle form of the verb "bastardize", which means to corrupt or debase something, often by adulterating or altering it from its original form or qualities.

Similar spelling words for BASTARDIZED

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Conjugate verb Bastardized

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

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