n. & v.
--n.
1. the loss of reputation; shame; ignominy (brought disgrace on his family).
2 a dishonourable, inefficient, or shameful person, thing, state of affairs, etc. (the bus service is a disgrace).
--v.tr.
1. bring shame or discredit on; be a disgrace to.
2 degrade from a position of honour; dismiss from favour.
Phrases and idioms:
in disgrace having lost respect or reputation; out of favour.
Etymology: F disgr{acirc}ce, disgracier f. It. disgrazia, disgraziare (as DIS-, GRACE)