Indigné (en. Unworthy)
[ɛ̃.di.ɲe]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to a person who expresses their indignation in response to a situation considered unjust.
He is indignant about the government's decision.
Il est indigné par la décision du gouvernement.
Deserving of contempt or disdain.
It was an indignant and disrespectful behavior.
C'était un comportement indigné et irrespectueux.
Characterized by a cry of revolt or indignation.
His voice was indignant when he denounced the abuses.
Sa voix était indignée quand il a dénoncé les abus.
Etymology
From the Latin 'indignatus', past participle of 'indignari', which means to be angry, to despise.
Common Phrases and Expressions
indignant to the highest degree
Extremely shocked or angry.
indigné au plus haut point
indignant about something
To feel great anger or a sense of injustice due to something.
indigné par quelque chose
to make indignant
To provoke indignation in someone.
faire indigné
Related Words
indignation
Strong and emotional resentment in the face of an injustice.
indignation
to indignant
To provoke someone's indignation.
indigner
indignant
One who expresses indignation.
indigné
Slang Meanings
To be upset
He is upset because of the unfair treatment he received.
Il est en rogne à cause du traitement injuste qu'il a reçu.
To be furious
She is furious after learning the news.
Elle est furax après avoir appris les nouvelles.