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humiliation vs disgrace

disgrace vs humiliation

humiliation and disgrace both are nouns.

humiliation is not a verb while disgrace is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
humiliation Yes No No No
disgrace Yes No Yes No
As nouns, disgrace is a hypernym of humiliation; that is, disgrace is a word with a broader meaning than humiliation:
  • humiliation: state of disgrace or loss of self-respect
  • disgrace: a state of dishonor
Other hypernyms of humiliation include ignominy, shame.
humiliation (noun) disgrace (noun)
depriving one of self-esteem a state of dishonor
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
humiliation (verb) disgrace (verb)
damage the reputation of
reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
bring shame or dishonor upon
Difference between humiliation and disgrace

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