Definition for Ignominy (-'s)

ignominy (-'s), n. [Fr. ignominie < L. 'disgrace, dishonor'.]

  1. Disgrace; dishonor; indignity of persecution; notoriety of false accusation; degradation of martyrdom.
  2. Shame; pity.
  3. Sin; iniquity; dishonesty; wickedness; base conduct.
  4. Disrepute; loss of status; humble station.

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