disgrace
Translation
disgrace, shame, dishonour
Examples
He brought disgrace upon his family.
He brought disgrace upon his family.
The politician had to resign in disgrace.
The politician had to resign in disgrace.
The messy park is a disgrace to the city.
The messy park is a disgrace to the city.
Grammar Patterns
a disgrace ((to sb./sth.)) a cause of shame for (sb./sth.) The messy park is a disgrace to the city.
in disgrace in a state of shame after doing sth. wrong The politician had to resign in disgrace.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shame, dishonour, ignominy; Antonyms: honour, pride, grace
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (not, away) and 'grace' (favour, elegance). It signifies a loss of favour or honour.
Memory Tips
Think of 'dis-grace' as the complete opposite of having grace or honour.