Plural for loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action
“The family guilty of such an omission would be held in disgrace pending the intervention of lineage or clan members.”
Plural for a bad reflection on someone or something
“You are a blight upon the human race and a disgrace to your profession.”
Plural for an action or event that causes general public outrage
“Frank turns in his badge to protest his being dragged into a political disgrace involving the police commissioner.”
To bring shame or discredit on
“He had to leave the room so he wouldn't disgrace himself while laughing disturbingly like a hyena.”
To blame or censure
“Please send McCully into early retirement and publicly disgrace him, for he deeply deserves it!”
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