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Meaning of dishonourable in English

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    dishonourable

    Definitions

    1. not adhering to ethical or moral principles

    Examples

    • « base and unpatriotic motives »
    • « a base, degrading way of life »
    • « cheating is dishonorable »
    • « they considered colonialism immoral »
    • « unethical practices in handling public funds »

    Synonyms

    • wrong
  2. 2. morally unacceptable

    Examples

    • « the dishonorable conduct of trusted men »

    Synonyms

    • ignoble
  3. Qualitative Adjective

    dishonourable

    Definitions

    1. lacking honor or integrity

    Examples

    • « deserving dishonor »
    • « dishonorable in thought and deed »
    • « a dishonorable discharge »

    Synonyms

    • debasing
    • degrading
    • shabby
    • black
    • disgraceful
    • ignominious
    • inglorious
    • opprobrious
    • shameful
    • unprincipled
    • yellow

    Antonyms

    • honorable
    • honourable

See also

  • dishonest
  • disreputable
  • ignoble
  • inglorious
  • unjust
  • unworthy

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