disgraceful

[dis-greys-fuhl]

adjective

1. bringing or deserving disgrace; shameful; dishonorable; disreputable.

disgraceful

/ dɪsˈɡreɪsfʊl /

adjective

1. shameful; scandalous

Other Word Forms

• disgracefully adverb
• disgracefulness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of disgraceful¹

First recorded in 1585–95; disgrace + -ful

Example Sentences

Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, whom he called “disgraceful” after the court rejected his bid to overturn the 2020 election.

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Kevin Toomey, for Williams, said his conduct was "appalling and disgraceful" but he was motivated by a mantra of "protect our kids".

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Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said the behaviour outlined by the show was "disgraceful, totally unacceptable and contrary to the values and standards" of the force.

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In his response, Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said the behaviour outlined was "disgraceful" and that the force had taken "immediate and unprecedented action" to investigate.

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Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said the behaviour outlined by Panorama was, "disgraceful, totally unacceptable and contrary to the values and standards" of the force.

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Related Words

• contemptible 
• degrading 
• ignominious 
• scandalous 
• shocking