adj

dishonored

dihs-O-nuhd

Dishonored (adj) means Disgraced or treated with a lack of respect (American spelling). Example: “The dishonored veteran fought to clear his name.”

adj

Disgraced or treated with a lack of respect (American spelling).

"The dishonored veteran fought to clear his name."

How to use dishonored

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishShamed or having had one's honor damaged.

UK vs US

US spelling; UK English uses "dishonoured."

Word forms

more dishonored comparative, most dishonored superlative

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Rhymes for dishonored

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dishonored” mean?

The word “dishonored” means disgraced or treated with a lack of respect (American spelling). In plain terms, shamed or having had one's honor damaged.

How do you pronounce “dishonored”?

“Dishonored” is pronounced dihs-O-nuhd (/dɪsˈɒnəd/ in IPA).

How do you use “dishonored” in a sentence?

Here is “dishonored” used in a sentence: “The dishonored veteran fought to clear his name.”

What part of speech is “dishonored”?

“Dishonored” is an adjective.