Debase
Debase verb - To lower in character, dignity, or quality.
Usage example: we debase ourselves when we adopt the moral code and behavior of our despised enemies
Nearby Words: debasement, debasing
Honor
Honor verb - To show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration.
Both words in one sentence
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In the Honor Harrington backstory, it is mentioned that Sphinxian Treecats go absolutely nuts for celery, being more than happy to utterly debase themselves to convince a human to hand over any stalks in his possession.
Source: Tastes Like Friendship
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