dishonour

🇬🇧 UK/dis'ɔnә/🇺🇸 US
B1

Definitions

n.

A state of shame, disgrace, or loss of respect and integrity.

耻辱,不名誉,丢脸

v.

To bring shame or disgrace upon someone; to refuse to accept or pay a cheque or bill.

使蒙羞,使丢脸;拒付(支票等)

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
disnot, apart, away
+
honourstem
=dishonour

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His betrayal brought dishonour to the family name.

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