disgrace

Definition

  • n. a state of dishonor
  • v. bring shame or dishonor upon
  • v. reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
  • v. damage the reputation of

Word forms

Past tense
disgraced
Past participle
disgraced
Present participle
disgracing
Third person singular
disgraces

Example sentences

  1. n.

    His actions brought disgrace to his family.

  2. vt.

    The scandal disgraced the politician and ended his career.