Ignominious
/ˌɪɡnəˈmɪniəs/
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Definition
(adj) Marked by great disgrace, dishonour, humiliation, or shame; disgraceful, shameful.
Sentence Examples
It is more ignominious to mistrust our friends than to be deceived by them.
Dr. Jackson suffered an ignominious downfall after a celebrated career.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The disgraced general suffered an ____ defeat and was forced to retreat in total shame.