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DISHONOUR

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Dishonour.

How to pronounce dishonour:

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Dishonour - as a noun

A state of shame or disgrace

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonor12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
standing10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lacking honor or integrity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonor12

Dishonour - as a verb

Bring shame or dishonor upon

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
attaint7disgrace12dishonor12shame10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Force (someone) to have sex against their will

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonor12outrage8ravish12violate10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assail6attack12set on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Refuse to accept

Example: "Dishonor checks and drafts"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonor12

Example Sentences

"Robbing a homeless person is a great dishonour to humanity."
"The politician's scandal brought immense dishonour to his family."
"He felt a deep sense of dishonour after cheating on his wife."
"Being accused of theft was a great dishonour for the young man."
"The team's defeat in the championship was a dishonour they couldn't accept."
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Word Game Points

Is DISHONOUR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dishonour is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

DISHONOUR has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DISHONOUR a valid Words With Friends word?
No, dishonour is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
DISHONOUR is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is DISHONOUR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dishonour is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISHONOUR has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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