disgraceful
adjective/dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/
Frequency rank: #9,245 most common English word
Meaning
Causing shame or loss of respect; deeply shameful.
Example sentence
His behavior at the ceremony was absolutely disgraceful, and everyone in the room was shocked.
Synonyms & related words
- shameful
- scandalous
- outrageous
- embarrassing
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