dishonored
Definition
Adjective: 1. Having lost honor or respect; brought into disrepute: Describes a person, group, or thing that has been deprived of dignity, respect, or good reputation, often due to a shameful action or circumstance. 2. Suffering shame: Specifically describes the state of experiencing shame, disgrace, or public humiliation.
Usage
The adjective "dishonored" is used to describe a status or condition. It often implies that the dishonor was caused by an external action or event. * It typically follows a linking verb like be, feel, or seem. * It can precede a noun as an attributive adjective.
Examples
- Following a linking verb:
- The soldier felt dishonored after the false accusations.
- Their family name was dishonored by the scandal.
- Preceding a noun (attributive):
- He returned the dishonored check to the bank.
- They fought to restore their dishonored legacy.
Advanced Usage
- "Dishonored" vs. "Dishonourable": "Dishonored" describes a state or condition resulting from an event (). "Dishonourable" describes the inherent character of an action or person ().
- In formal/legal contexts: Often used to describe financial instruments that are not accepted, such as a "dishonored check" or "dishonored draft."
Variants and Related Words
- Dishonor (noun): A state of shame or disgrace. ()
- Dishonor (verb): To bring shame or disgrace upon. ()
- Dishonourable (adjective, chiefly UK) / Dishonorable (adjective, US): Describing something worthy of causing dishonor; lacking integrity.
Synonyms
- Disgraced
- Shamed
- Discredited
- Disreputable
- Humiliated
Antonyms
- Honored
- Respected
- Esteemed
- Venerated
- Credited
Related Idioms and Phrases
- To be/feel dishonored: The standard phrase indicating the state of suffering shame.
- She was deeply dishonored by the betrayal.
- A badge of dishonor: A metaphor for something that symbolizes disgrace rather than achievement.
- The corrupt deal became a badge of dishonor for the administration.
Adjective
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suffering shame
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