Pronunciation: /dɪsˈɒnər/
noun a state of disgrace or loss of reputation
A1 I felt dishonor when I accidentally broke the vase.
A2 The student was filled with dishonor after being caught cheating on the exam.
B1 His actions brought dishonor to his family's name.
B2 The scandal caused a great deal of dishonor for the company.
C1 The politician's dishonor led to his resignation from office.
C2 The dishonor of the royal family was a major scandal in the country.
verb to bring shame or disgrace upon
A1 I would never dishonor my family by lying.
A2 She felt dishonored when her boss accused her of stealing.
B1 The politician's scandalous behavior dishonored his reputation.
B2 The soldier refused to dishonor his country by surrendering.
C1 The artist's controversial work was seen as a way to dishonor tradition.
C2 The company's unethical practices have dishonored their brand.
formal Committing such an act would bring dishonor to your family.
informal I can't believe he would do something to dishonor his reputation like that.
slang She's always causing drama and trying to dishonor people for no reason.
figurative Choosing to cheat on the exam would be a dishonor to your own integrity.
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