Déshonorer (en. Dishonor)

de-zon-o-ray

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To cause to lose honor or dignity.
He was dishonored by his immoral actions.
Il a été déshonoré par ses actions immorales.
To bring disgrace to something or someone.
This betrayal has dishonored the entire family.
Cette trahison a déshonoré toute la famille.
To render shameful through actions or words.
To dishonor someone is a horrible thing to do.
Déshonorer quelqu'un est une chose horrible à faire.

Etymology

From Latin origin, from the prefix 'de-' and 'honorare' which means to honor.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to dishonor one's name
To do something that harms one's reputation.
déshonorer son nom
to dishonor oneself
To act in a way that loses one's dignity.
se déshonorer

Related Words

honor
The quality of that which deserves respect and esteem.
honneur
dignity
The state of a person who has value or merit.
dignité

Slang Meanings

To be in trouble.
His reputation is ruined, he is completely dishonored.
Sa réputation est foutue, il est complètement déshonoré.
To fall to the lowest point.
He really fell hard, he dishonored himself because of his actions.
Il a vraiment dégringolé, il s'est déshonoré à cause de ses actes.