dishonor

[US]/dɪsˈɒnə/
[UK]/dɪsˈɑːnər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.loss of honor or respect; an act or instance of dishonoring
vt.to bring shame or disgrace; to disrespect or insult; to refuse to honor a bill or note; to defile or sully

Phrases & Collocations

dishonor someone

dishonor code

dishonor reputation

dishonor family

dishonor name

dishonor oneself

dishonor oath

dishonor trust

dishonor legacy

dishonor act

Example Sentences

to dishonor someone is to betray their trust.

he felt it would dishonor his family if he didn't succeed.

dishonor can lead to a loss of reputation.

she refused to dishonor her commitments.

dishonor in battle can be a heavy burden to bear.

he was determined not to dishonor his legacy.

dishonor can affect future generations.

they accused him of dishonor and deceit.

to dishonor oneself is to lose one's integrity.

he tried to avoid any actions that might dishonor his name.

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