Meaning of indignity in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ɪnˈdɪɡnədi/

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1. Noun

   indignity

   Etymology

   late 16th century: from French indignité or Latin indignitas, from indignari‘regard as unworthy’

   Definitions

   1. an affront to one's dignity or self-esteem