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disgrace vs humiliation

humiliation vs disgrace

disgrace and humiliation both are nouns.

disgrace is a verb but humiliation is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
disgrace Yes No Yes No
humiliation Yes No No No
As nouns, humiliation is a hyponym of disgrace; that is, humiliation is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than disgrace:
  • disgrace: a state of dishonor
  • humiliation: state of disgrace or loss of self-respect
Other hyponyms of disgrace include obloquy, opprobrium, odium, reproach, cringe.
disgrace (noun) humiliation (noun)
a state of dishonor depriving one of self-esteem
an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect
strong feelings of embarrassment
state of disgrace or loss of self-respect
disgrace (verb) humiliation (verb)
damage the reputation of
reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
bring shame or dishonor upon
Difference between disgrace and humiliation

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