disgrace
/dɪsˈɡreɪs/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3549 in the learning path
耻辱；丢脸
Definitions
n. loss of respect caused by unacceptable behaviour
耻辱；丢脸
n. a person or thing deserving strong disapproval
可耻的人或事
v. to cause someone or something to lose respect
使蒙羞
Example
The captain left in disgrace after cheating during the match.
队长在比赛中作弊后，蒙羞离开了。
Officials who misuse public funds bring disgrace on their institutions and weaken public trust in government.
滥用公款的官员使其所在机构蒙羞，并削弱公众对政府的信任。
Collocations
- in disgrace
- bring disgrace on
- a disgrace to
- disgrace yourself
Word family
- disgraceful (adj.)
- disgracefully (adv.)
- disgraced (adj.)
Synonyms
- dishonour
- shame
Antonyms
- honour
Usage tip
泛指耻辱时不可数；a disgrace指可耻的人或事。
FAQ
- What does disgrace mean?
- loss of respect caused by unacceptable behaviour a person or thing deserving strong disapproval to cause someone or something to lose respect
- How is disgrace pronounced?
- UK /dɪsˈɡreɪs/, US /dɪsˈɡreɪs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
