Complete Definition of "disgrace"

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English

Etymology
From MF. disgracier.

Pronunciation
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Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-eɪs|-eɪs

Noun
en-noun

  1. The condition of being out of favor; loss of favor, regard, or respect.
  2. The state of being dishonored, or covered with shame; dishonor; shame; ignominy.
  3. That which brings dishonor; cause of shame or reproach; great discredit; as, vice is a disgrace to a rational being.
  4. An act of unkindness; a disfavor.

Translations
Icelandic: óvirðing f

Verb
en-verb|disgraces|disgracing|disgraced

  1. To disrespect another; to put someone out of favor.

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