DISGRACE


Meaning of DISGRACE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ dɪsˈɡreɪs ]

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. øin disgrace having lost respect or reputation; out of favour. [F disgrçce, disgracier f. It. disgrazia, disgraziare (as DIS-, GRACE)]

English main colloquial, spoken dictionary.      Английский основной разговорный словарь.