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disgraceful

[dis-greys-fuhl] / dɪsˈgreɪs fəl /
ADJECTIVE
shameful, low
Synonyms
STRONGEST
contemptible degrading ignominious scandalous shocking
WEAK
blameworthy detestable discreditable dishonorable disreputable ignoble infamous inglorious mean offensive opprobrious shabby shady shoddy unrespectable unworthy
Antonyms
WEAK
exalted honorable respectable

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"They made an appalling, disgraceful decision. If any of these individuals find their way back to Australia, if they have committed crimes, they can expect to face the full force of the law, without exception."

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

That disgraceful record makes them unfit for any FBI partnership….

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

“The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today,” she said.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

“The lies linking me to the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today,” the first lady said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Snatching up his palette and brushes, I retreated to my bedroom, where, at the age of fourteen, I began my long and disgraceful blue period.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

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