I used the translation I found in the linked wikipedia article and also the most frequently cited form in the wild. Furthermore 'degrades' can also imply that

I used the translation I found in the linked wikipedia article and also the most frequently cited form in the wild. Furthermore 'degrades' can also imply that it demeans a person, strips one's dignity, while recent history shows that Italy is a country where being corrupt does not necessarily make you lose respect and honour (i.e honour != rightfulness).