Ignominious
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Ignominious [ig-nuh-min-ee-uhs]

ADJECTIVE

ADJECTIVE

  • Humiliating.

  • Deserving of shame.

  • Relating to embarrassment because of lacking success.

Example

"The damage to the reputation of the firm may put an ignominious end to the project."

"This is an ignominious feat that you have achieved."

Synonyms

Disgraceful, Embarrassing, Shameful, Discreditable, Contemptible, Despicable

Antonyms

Respectable