How Do You Spell DISGRACE?

Pronunciation: [dɪsɡɹˈe͡ɪs] (IPA)

The word "disgrace" (/dɪsˈɡreɪs/) is spelled with a "dis-" prefix that means "not" or "lack of," followed by the root word "grace," which means elegance or beauty of movement. The "s" sound in the middle of the word serves as a syllable divider between two vowel sounds, while the final "e" is silent. The emphasis is on the second syllable, with a long "a" sound. This word is commonly used to refer to a sense of shame, dishonor, or loss of dignity.

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DISGRACE Meaning and Definition

  1. Disgrace is a noun that refers to a feeling or state of shame and dishonor. It can also be used as a verb, meaning to bring shame or discredit upon someone or something. When someone is in disgrace, they are considered to have lost their honor or have harmed their reputation in some way.

    As a noun, disgrace can describe a humiliating situation or event that causes public embarrassment, such as a scandal or criminal act. It conveys the idea of being viewed unfavorably or with disdain by others. Disgrace can also refer to the loss of respect, esteem, or reputation due to one's own actions or behaviors.

    When disgrace is used as a verb, it means to cause someone to experience shame or disgust. This can be achieved through actions or behaviors that are considered morally or socially unacceptable. To disgrace someone is to tarnish their character or reputation, often leading to exclusion or rejection from society.

    In summary, disgrace is a concept that encompasses the feelings of shame and dishonor, as well as the acts or events that lead to such sentiments. It is associated with damaging one's reputation or losing respect due to actions or behaviors that are considered disgraceful.

  2. • State of being out of favour; shame; dishonour; great discredit; cause of shame.
    • To put out of favour; to dishonour; to bring reproach upon; to bring to shame.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of DISGRACE

The word "disgrace" has its origins in the Old French term "desgraciier", meaning "to deprive of favor or grace". It is a combination of the prefix "des-" meaning "un-" or "not", and "grace", which comes from the Latin word "gratia", meaning "favor" or "mercy". The term entered the English language around the 14th century and evolved to its current form, retaining its meaning of a loss of favor, honor, or esteem.

Idioms with the word DISGRACE

  • fall into disgrace The idiom "fall into disgrace" refers to the act of losing one's honor, respect, or reputation. It typically describes a situation where someone's actions or behavior lead to them being perceived negatively or condemned by others.

Similar spelling words for DISGRACE

Plural form of DISGRACE is DISGRACES

Conjugate verb Disgrace

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have disgraced
you would have disgraced
he/she/it would have disgraced
we would have disgraced
they would have disgraced
I would have disgrace
you would have disgrace
he/she/it would have disgrace
we would have disgrace
they would have disgrace

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been disgracing
you would have been disgracing
he/she/it would have been disgracing
we would have been disgracing
they would have been disgracing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would disgrace
you would disgrace
he/she/it would disgrace
we would disgrace
they would disgrace

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be disgracing
you would be disgracing
he/she/it would be disgracing
we would be disgracing
they would be disgracing

FUTURE

I will disgrace
you will disgrace
he/she/it will disgrace
we will disgrace
they will disgrace

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be disgracing
you will be disgracing
he/she/it will be disgracing
we will be disgracing
they will be disgracing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have disgraced
you will have disgraced
he/she/it will have disgraced
we will have disgraced
they will have disgraced

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been disgracing
you will have been disgracing
he/she/it will have been disgracing
we will have been disgracing
they will have been disgracing

IMPERATIVE

you disgrace
we let´s disgrace

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to disgrace

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was disgracing
you were disgracing
he/she/it was disgracing
we were disgracing
they were disgracing

PAST PARTICIPLE

disgraced

PAST PERFECT

I had disgraced
you had disgraced
he/she/it had disgraced
we had disgraced
they had disgraced

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been disgracing
you had been disgracing
he/she/it had been disgracing
we had been disgracing
they had been disgracing

PRESENT

I disgrace
you disgrace
he/she/it disgraces
we disgrace
they disgrace

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am disgracing
you are disgracing
he/she/it is disgracing
we are disgracing
they are disgracing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

disgracing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have disgraced
you have disgraced
he/she/it has disgraced
we have disgraced
they have disgraced

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been disgracing
you have been disgracing
he/she/it has been disgracing
we have been disgracing
they have been disgracing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it disgrace

SIMPLE PAST

I disgraced
you disgraced
he/she/it disgraced
we disgraced
they disgraced

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