ignominious

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪɡnəˈmɪniəs/

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Adjective

Positive ignominious

Comparative more ignominious

Superlative most ignominious

1. An ignominious event is one that causes shame or disgrace

   The governor was no longer respected after he entered an ignominious duel.