dishonor

dishonor

noun

Definition of DISHONOR

1

the state of having lost the esteem of others <a person of integrity who would prefer death to dishonor>

Synonyms discredit, disesteem, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, infamy, obloquy, odium, opprobrium, reproach, shame

Related Words scandal; contempt, despite, disdain, scorn; deprecation, disapprobation, disapproval, disfavor; abasement, debasement, debasing, degradation, dust, humbling, humiliation; blot, brand, shadow, slur, smirch, spot, stain, stigma, taint

Near Antonyms admiration, appreciation, estimation, regard; awe, fear, reverence; fame, glory, renown, repute

Antonyms esteem, honor, respect

2

a cause of shame <your expulsion from the military academy for cheating is a dishonor to this family>

Synonyms dishonor, opprobrium, reflection, reproach, scandal

Related Words blot, brand, slur, smirch, spot, stain, stigma, taint

Near Antonyms boast, glory, jewel, pride, treasure

Antonyms credit, honor