Dishonour
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪsˈɒnə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dishonour is a noun meaning Shame or disgrace.
Meaning
Shame or disgrace.
More Meanings
- Lack of honour or integrity.
- To bring disgrace upon someone or something; to shame.
- To refuse to accept something, such as a cheque; to not honor.
- To violate or rape.
- (law) Failure or refusal of the drawee or intended acceptor of a negotiable instrument, such as a bill of exchange or note, to accept it or, if it is accepted, to pay and retire it.
Example Sentences
You have dishonoured the family.
disworshipping and dishonouring God
You have brought dishonour upon the family.
That which were a dishonour to God the Son, were a dishonour to God the holy Ghost.
Word Forms
- dishonours
- dishonor
- dishonouring
- dishonoured
Synonyms for dishonour
Depending on context, synonyms include humiliation, ignominy, unhonour, abasement, disgrace, embarrassment.
Antonyms for dishonour
Common opposites include reward, laurels, honor, honour.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include disgrace, dishonor, shame, outrage, attaint, violate.
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