Indigne (en. Unworthy)

[ɛ̃.diɲ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is outside of dignity or merit.
His behavior was unworthy of a man of his rank.
Son comportement était indigne d'un homme de son rang.
Which causes indignation or contempt.
Acts of violence that are unworthy are unacceptable.
Les actes indignes de violence sont inacceptables.
Which does not deserve esteem or respect.
She felt unworthy of their trust.
Elle se sentait indigne de leur confiance.

Etymology

From Latin 'indignus', meaning 'not worthy, dishonorable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

untrustworthy
Which does not deserve to be considered reliable.
indigne de confiance
unworthy of respect
Which does not deserve to be respected.
indigne de respect
an unworthy act
An act that shocks and provokes disdain.
un acte indigne

Related Words

dignity
Quality of a person who deserves respect.
dignité
indignation
Feeling of a person who feels offended or hurt.
indignation
indignant
A person or thing that does not deserve to be valued.
indigne

Slang Meanings

Unacceptable.
That's unworthy, dude!
C'est indigne, mec !
Moral shock.
What he did is really unworthy.
Ce qu'il a fait, c'est vraiment indigne.