disgrace, dishonor, disrepute, infamy, ignominy mean the state or condition of suffering loss of esteem and of enduring reproach. disgrace often implies humiliation and sometimes ostracism. sent home in disgrace dishonor emphasizes the loss of honor that one has enjoyed or the loss of self-esteem.

What does it mean when you are disgrace?

the loss of respect, honor, or esteem; ignominy; shame: the disgrace of criminals. a person, act, or thing that causes shame, reproach, or dishonor or is dishonorable or shameful. the state of being out of favor; exclusion from favor, confidence, or trust: courtiers and ministers in disgrace.

What is an example of disgrace?

Loss of favor or respect; public dishonor; ignominy; disrepute; shame. ... Disgrace is defined as to shame or dishonor. An example of to disgrace is the teenage daughter of a pastor getting pregnant.