disgrace

/dɪsɡɹˈe‍ɪs/

/dɪsˈɡɹeɪs/

[noun] [verb]

Disgrace

[NOUN]

a state of dishonor

synonyms : ignominy

shame

to disgrace

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to bring shame or dishonor on oneself or other people

synonyms : attaint

dishonor

dishonour

shame

antonyms : honor

damage the reputation of

synonyms : discredit

reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

synonyms : degrade

demean

put down

take down

Examples

1. The teacher explained to her students that poverty is no disgrace, but it is a great inconvenience, and encouraged them to be empathetic and understanding towards classmates who may come from low-income families.

2. I disgraced my family.

3. Israel's new government called the slogans a disgrace.

4. JANUARY 6th WAS A DISGRACE.