Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ignominy
noun
/ˈɪɡnəˌmɪni/
Definition
Ignominy refers to public shame or disgrace.
Examples
- After the scandal, he faced ignominy in his community.
- The soldier’s actions brought ignominy to his regiment.
- She felt ignominy after failing to meet the expectations of her peers.
Meaning
It is the condition of being dishonored or viewed with contempt, typically due to a specific action or behavior.
Synonyms
- shame
- disgrace
- dishonor
- humiliation
- ignoble
