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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

bastardization

/ˌbæstərdɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does bastardization mean?

noun

The act of making something seem less authentic or genuine by altering or distorting it, often in a way that is considered to be of poor quality or taste.

Example

"The artist's bastardization of the original painting was evident in the way she had altered the colors and composition."

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