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ignominy Definition and Meaning in English (ignominy definition)

noun
Synonyms:shamedisgracedishonor
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Ignominy definition: Public shame or disgrace, especially that which is caused by dishonorable conduct.

Definitions of Ignominy

  1. 1noun

    Public shame or disgrace, especially that which is caused by dishonorable conduct.

Example Sentences

casual

“The team suffered the ignominy of being defeated by a much weaker opponent.”

formal

“He resigned in ignominy after the scandal was exposed.”

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adjectiveignominious
adverbignominiously

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Ignominy definition: Public shame or disgrace, especially that which is caused by dishonorable conduct.
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