Disgrace

/dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The loss of reputation or respect as a result of a dishonorable action.

His involvement in the scandal brought disgrace upon his family.

A person or thing that causes shame or loss of honor.

The athlete was considered a disgrace after failing a drug test.

verb

To bring shame or dishonor to someone or something.

The leaked documents disgraced the official, forcing him to resign.

To be a source of shame or disgrace.

The poor performance of the team disgraced the school.

Middle English, from Old French desgraçier, from des- (the negative prefix) + grâce (grace)

fall from grace

To lose status or respect.

disgrace oneself

To bring shame upon oneself.

disgrace to the team

A person whose actions negatively affect the team's reputation.

disgraceful

Causing shame or dishonor.

disgraced

Having lost respect or reputation.

disgracing

Bringing shame upon someone or something.

To be totally embarrassed or humiliated.

I can't believe I tripped at the party; what a disgrace!

To mess up so badly that you make a fool of yourself.

He really disgraced himself with that performance.