Definition

The condition of being shameful or dishonorable.

Example

His actions led to the disgracefulness of the entire team.

Conversation

Did you hear about the scandal involving that celebrity?

Yeah, it's shocking how much disgracefulness there is in the industry.

I know, right? It's like they don't even care about their reputation anymore.

Exactly! It's disappointing to see such a lack of accountability.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disgracefulness is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "grace" (from Latin "gratia", meaning favor or goodwill) and "-fulness" (meaning the state of being full of). The word describes the state of being full of disgrace or lacking grace.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'away from' ('dis-') 'favor' or 'goodwill' ('gratia') — that's why disgracefulness means being in a state of disgrace.

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