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disgrace

/dɪsˈɡɹeɪs/
noun
  1. The condition of being out of favor; loss of favor, regard, or respect.

  2. The state of being dishonored, or covered with shame.

    "Now she lives in disgrace."

    Similar: dishonor, ignominy

  3. Something which brings dishonor; the cause of reproach or shame; great discredit.

    "His behaviour at the party was a total disgrace! He was leeching on all the ladies, and insulting the men."

Synonymsdishonor, ignominy, misgrace
verb
  1. To put someone out of favor; to bring shame or ignominy upon.

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