How to Say "depraved" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “depraved” is “degenerado” — B2 level.
Examples
El médico analizó el tejido degenerado bajo el microscopio.
The doctor analyzed the deteriorated tissue under the microscope.
Estamos viviendo en un ambiente político degenerado.
We are living in a degenerate political environment.
Su conducta mostró un gusto degenerado por el caos.
His behavior showed a depraved taste for chaos.
Matching the Noun
Even though we are looking at the word 'degenerado', you must change the ending to 'degenerada' if you are describing a feminine object or person.
Using with 'estar'
When describing a physical state that has changed over time (like health or a building), we usually use the verb 'estar' before this word.
Confusing with 'broken'
Mistake: “La silla está degenerada.”
Correction: La silla está rota. (Use 'degenerado' for things that have lost their quality or essence, not just simple mechanical failure.)
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