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dishonorable

Dishonorable (adj) means lacking honor; shameful or unethical (American spelling). Example: “He was given a dishonorable discharge from the military.”

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adj

Lacking honor; shameful or unethical (American spelling).

"He was given a dishonorable discharge from the military."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBehaving in a way that lacks honor or integrity.

UK vs US

US spelling; UK English uses "dishonourable."

Easily confused with

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Common pairings

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Comparative: more dishonorable
Superlative: most dishonorable

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Rhymes for dishonorable

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dishonorable” mean?

The word “dishonorable” means lacking honor; shameful or unethical (American spelling). In plain terms, behaving in a way that lacks honor or integrity.

How do you use “dishonorable” in a sentence?

Here is “dishonorable” used in a sentence: “He was given a dishonorable discharge from the military.”

What is another word for “dishonorable”?

Words with a similar meaning to “dishonorable” include disingenuous, grubby and ignoble.

What part of speech is “dishonorable”?

“Dishonorable” is an adjective.

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