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What is another word for dishonour?

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Noun
A state of shame or disgrace
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“I decided way back at the beginning, that the work I did would never bring dishonour to my father's name.”
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A lack of integrity or honesty in one's actions or character
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“Do not imagine I have acted with dishonour, or that I have basely endeavoured to steal the affections of a lovely girl.”
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An insult or affront, or something considered or interpreted as one
“He considered it a dishonour for him, for his character, for his principles. It was completely inconceivable that he should be forced to live in this manner.”
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Violation or misuse of what is regarded as sacred
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Impertinence or the quality of being impudent
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A feeling of having committed wrong or failed in an obligation
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The act of forcing a person to engage in unwanted lascivious activity, especially intercourse
Verb
To bring shame or disgrace upon
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“Am I to believe that Mary would thus dishonour my good name? No, no, this cannot be.”
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To mistreat or do an injustice to
“To sweep it under the carpet and pretend it never happened would only dishonour those, the majority, who are a credit to the country they serve.”
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To treat with irreverence or disrespect, especially something sacred
“When there was revelry, a tapestry curtain was drawn across the niche lest an obscene oath should dishonour the shrine.”
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To break or renege on an agreement
“If he wishes to convey the idea that we are entitled to dishonour the agreement, regardless of our obligations, he is counselling loose conduct in our public engagements.”
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To violate or rape someone
“He scuttles all the ships he boards, dishonours the women, and murders the crew.”
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To make hurtful and untrue comments about
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To fail to fulfill an obligation or payment
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To express disapproval of
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