verb
- past tense of prostitute; to use or offer something valuable for an unworthy purpose
Usage: often used metaphorically
Examples
- The artist felt he had prostituted his talent by creating only commercial work.
- She refused to prostitute her principles for political gain.
- The company prostituted its reputation by cutting corners on safety.
- He believed the media had prostituted journalism for entertainment value.
- The politician was accused of having prostituted his office for personal benefit.
- They prostituted their artistic vision to please focus groups.