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DISHONOR

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Dishonor.

Dishonor - as a noun

A state of shame or disgrace

Example: "He was resigned to a life of dishonor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonour13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
standing10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
honor8

Lacking honor or integrity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonour13
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
honor8

Dishonor - as a verb

Bring shame or dishonor upon

Example: "He dishonored his family by committing a serious crime"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
attaint7disgrace12dishonour13shame10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
honor8

Force (someone) to have sex against their will

Example: "The woman was raped on her way home at night"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonour13outrage8ravish12violate10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assail6attack12set on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Refuse to accept

Example: "Dishonor checks and drafts"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonour13
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
honor8

Example Sentences

"He felt a deep sense of dishonor after cheating on the exam."
"The soldier was stripped of his rank in dishonor."
"The scandal brought dishonor to the politician's reputation."
"The family name was tarnished with dishonor when their secrets were revealed."
"She refused to marry him, fearing it would bring dishonor to her family."
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Word Game Points

Is DISHONOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dishonor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISHONOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DISHONOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dishonor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISHONOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is DISHONOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dishonor is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISHONOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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