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disgrace

[dis-greys] / dɪsˈgreɪs /
NOUN
state of shame; bad reputation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
contempt degradation dishonor disrespect humiliation ignominy opprobrium reproach scorn stigma
STRONG
abasement abuse baseness blemish blur brand comedown contumely corruption culpability debasement debasing defamation derision disbarment discredit disesteem disfavor disrepute humbling infamy meanness obloquy odium pollution prostitution put down scandal slander slight slur spot stain taint tarnish turpitude venality
WEAK
black eye ill repute ingloriousness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
admiration approval credit elevation esteem honor praise regard respect
STRONG
adulation boon cleanliness commendation compliment flattery goodness morality purification virtue
WEAK
exaltation
VERB
bring shame upon
Synonyms
STRONGEST
besmirch debase defame defile degrade discredit dishonor disparage disrespect humiliate reproach slander stigmatize sully tarnish
STRONG
abase attaint blot depress deride derogate desecrate disfavor disregard expel humble libel lower mock reduce ridicule slur snub stain taint
WEAK
give a black eye lose face put down take down a peg tar and feather
Antonyms
STRONGEST
approve clean commend compliment credit elevate flatter honor laud praise purify upgrade
STRONG
exalt increase raise respect tell the truth welcome
WEAK
esteem

Example Sentences

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She said it was "an absolute disgrace and contempt" towards victims' families.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

"I think all road users would agree that the condition of our local roads has become a national disgrace," said AIA chairman David Giles.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

He shot 43 free throws. which was somewhat of an NBA disgrace.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

The Tribune had come in behind my essay with an editorial of its own, making similar points about the widespread disgrace of America’s youth sports system.

From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026

It said that he was a poor representative of his hometown and a disgrace to the veterans who supported their games.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.