dishonor

[dis-on-er] / dɪsˈɒn ər /

NOUN

state of shame

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disgrace opprobrium reproach

STRONG

abasement abuse affront blame degradation discourtesy discredit disesteem disfavor disrepute ignominy indignity infamy insult obloquy odium offense outrage scandal slight

Antonyms

STRONGEST

honor respect

STRONG

approval commendation compliment dignity esteem happiness praise regard

WEAK

credit

VERB

shame, degrade

Synonyms

STRONGEST

debase defile discredit disgrace sully

STRONG

abase attaint blot corrupt debauch defame disoblige libel slander

WEAK

disconsider give a black eye make lose face reflect on

Antonyms

STRONGEST

clean honor praise purify

STRONG

cleanse dignify exalt improve

WEAK

credit esteem upgrade

Example Sentences

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“As a woman, this is really disgusting to see. Not to mention, it brings dishonor on the House of Representatives.”

From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026

The sad state of the memorial doesn’t dishonor Kennedy, it dishonors local officials.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

Mr Wolff wrote that executing Dorsey "will dishonor our system of capital punishment".

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2024

He was named player of the game for that dishonor.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2024

The word had connotations of dirt and slovenliness and dishonor.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck