Word of the DayFebruary 20, 2026

ignominious

Definition

humiliating because of some public failure, possibly to the extent of being disgraced

Example Usage

the political party faced an ignominious defeat on voting night

Synonyms

  • shameful
  • embarrassing
  • mortifying
  • discredited
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