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ignominy in German

ignominy in German is Schande, Schmach, Schändlichkeit — ignominy means public shame and loss of respect, especially following a humiliating failure or disgrace.

ignominy in German

Schande
noun
Great dishonor, shame, or humiliation.
Schmach
noun
Great dishonor, shame, or humiliation.
Schändlichkeit
noun
Great dishonor, shame, or humiliation.
Unaussprechlichkeit
noun
Great dishonor, shame, or humiliation.

What does "ignominy" mean?

  1. noun Public shame and loss of respect, especially following a humiliating failure or disgrace.
    "They avoided the ignominy of relegation by a single point."
  2. noun An event or act that brings such shame.
    "The final ignominy was being asked to return the trophy."

ignominy in a sentence

  • They avoided the ignominy of relegation by a single point.
  • He resigned rather than face the ignominy of a public inquiry.
  • The final ignominy was being asked to return the trophy.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "ignominy" in German?

"ignominy" in German is Schande, Schmach, Schändlichkeit. ignominy means: Public shame and loss of respect, especially following a humiliating failure or disgrace.

How do you use "ignominy" in a sentence?

Example: "They avoided the ignominy of relegation by a single point." In German, "ignominy" is Schande, Schmach, Schändlichkeit.

Are there other ways to say "ignominy" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "ignominy": Schande, Schmach, Schändlichkeit, Unaussprechlichkeit.

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