ignominia — meaning in English

English meaning

• disgrace noun A loss of reputation or respect caused by shameful behavior.
• dishonour noun Shame or a loss of honor and respect (British spelling).
• ignominy noun Public shame and loss of respect, especially following a humiliating failure or disgrace.

Senses

ignominia is used for these senses in English:

• disgrace The condition of being out of favor; loss of favor, regard, or respect.
• dishonour Shame or disgrace.
• ignominy Great dishonor, shame, or humiliation.

disgrace — full definition

1. noun A loss of reputation or respect caused by shameful behavior.
2. verb To bring shame upon someone or something.

dishonour — full definition

1. noun Shame or a loss of honor and respect (British spelling).
2. verb To bring shame upon someone, or to refuse to accept or pay a financial instrument such as a cheque.

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