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disgrace vs dishonor

dishonor vs disgrace

disgrace and dishonor both are nouns.

disgrace and dishonor both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
disgrace Yes No Yes No
dishonor Yes No Yes No
As nouns, dishonor is a hypernym of disgrace; that is, dishonor is a word with a broader meaning than disgrace:
  • disgrace: a state of dishonor
  • dishonor: a state of shame or disgrace
Other hypernyms of disgrace include dishonour.
As verbs, disgrace and dishonor are synonyms defined as:
  • disgrace and dishonor: bring shame or dishonor upon
Other synonyms of disgrace include attaint, dishonour, shame.
disgrace (noun) dishonor (noun)
a state of dishonor lacking honor or integrity
a state of shame or disgrace
disgrace (verb) dishonor (verb)
damage the reputation of refuse to accept
reduce in worth or character, usually verbally bring shame or dishonor upon
bring shame or dishonor upon force (someone) to have sex against their will
Difference between disgrace and dishonor

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