Indigno (en. Worthless)
in-'di-ɲo
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
One who feels or shows indignation.
He felt unworthy of receiving such recognition.
Se sintió indigno de recibir tal reconocimiento.
One who does not deserve respect or dignity.
His behavior was unworthy of a leader.
Su comportamiento fue indigno de un líder.
Reference to something that causes indignation.
The treatment he received was unworthy.
El trato que recibió fue indigno.
Etymology
From Latin indignus, meaning 'unworthy', 'not deserving'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be indignant
To feel deeply upset or rejected by a situation.
estar indignado
an outrageous situation
A circumstance that provokes anger for being considered unfair.
una situación indignante
to respond with indignation
To react vigorously to an injustice.
responder con indignación
Related Words
indignation
Feeling of anger or dissatisfaction for something considered unfair.
indignación
dignity
The quality of being worthy, the respect one deserves.
dignidad
indignant
Feminine form of unworthy, in a similar context.
indigna
Slang Meanings
Outrageous
That response was outrageous.
Esa respuesta fue indignante.
No way
What happened is a total no way.
Lo que pasó es un no hay derecho total.