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disgrace vs reproach

reproach vs disgrace

disgrace and reproach both are nouns.

disgrace and reproach both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
disgrace Yes No Yes No
reproach Yes No Yes No
As nouns, reproach is a hyponym of disgrace; that is, reproach is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than disgrace:
  • disgrace: a state of dishonor
  • reproach: disgrace or shame
Other hyponyms of disgrace include humiliation, obloquy, opprobrium, odium, cringe.
disgrace (noun) reproach (noun)
a state of dishonor a mild rebuke or criticism
disgrace or shame
disgrace (verb) reproach (verb)
damage the reputation of express criticism towards
reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
bring shame or dishonor upon
Difference between disgrace and reproach

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