as in stain
a mark of guilt or disgrace
in "The Scarlet Letter," Hester Prynne bore the stigma of adultery
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Recent Examples of stigma
Rotem said that a major reason this mismatch continues to narrow is the loosening of stigma around secondhand.
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 16 Oct. 2025
With more than 3,000 related posts on the app, Bushtok has also sparked conversations about the stigma of female body hair, specifically pubic hair, and its impact on body shaming culture.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
On top of that, fines can damage relationships between parents and kids, and add stress and stigma to the household.
—Caitlin Cavanagh, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
The non-profit was established to challenge misconceptions about the disease and reduce stigma around it.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 16 Oct. 2025
With more than 3,000 related posts on the app, Bushtok has also sparked conversations about the stigma of female body hair, specifically pubic hair, and its impact on body shaming culture.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
On top of that, fines can damage relationships between parents and kids, and add stress and stigma to the household.
—Caitlin Cavanagh, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
The non-profit was established to challenge misconceptions about the disease and reduce stigma around it.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stigma
Noun
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Plus, their fabric and fill are less likely to accrue that ever-darkening yellowish stain that tired goose down pillows acquire over time, thanks to sweat, oils, lotion residues, etc.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
24 Oct. 2025
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For more stubborn or deep stains, like ink or red wine, combine equal parts of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda to form a paste.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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The film centered on the Environmental Protection Agency encasing the Simpsons’ hometown of Springfield in a dome after Homer taints the area’s water supply.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
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Take care not to touch the glands, or your hands will carry their taint to the meat.—
Maurice H. Decker,
Outdoor Life,
17 Sep. 2025
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Like regular depression, SAD can cause negative feelings like hopelessness, worthlessness, irritability, and guilt; fatigue or reduced energy; a loss of interest in hobbies and activities; and even physical aches and pains (including headaches, cramps, and digestive problems).—
Maggie O'Neill,
SELF,
20 Oct. 2025
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In Kleinschmidt’s lightly disguised description published in the journal American Imago, Roth is depicted as a southern playwright suffering from dreadful guilt over leaving his wife—this, of course, a strikingly different version than Roth’s own obsessively repetitive account.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There were no songs from that album in the mix, which is a shame.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Menopause is a perfect time to expand your definition of intimacy, and that means removing the shame from having open and honest conversations.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
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Use a clean cloth to gently blot at the area without rubbing, which can damage carpet fibers.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 Oct. 2025
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Caring for wicker can often feel impossible (so many divots to dust), but this coffee table is easy; just blot and wipe it with a damp cloth to keep it looking pristine for many pollen seasons to come.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Stigma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stigma. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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