Degrade crossword clue

Answer
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ABASE

ABASE — the 5-letter solution to “Degrade”, entered at 40 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for October 12, 2021.

About this clue

“Degrade” appeared as 40 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on October 12, 2021, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 6 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on November 15, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
40 Across
Times seen
6

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Degrade”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, October 12, 2021, the answer to “Degrade” is ABASE — 5 letters, entered at 40 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “Degrade” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been ABASE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with A.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.