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IGNOMY Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word ignomy. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word ignomy. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for IGNOMY

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degradation
nounn
noun

• changing to a lower state (a less respected state)

• a low or downcast state

disgrace
nounn
noun

• a state of dishonor

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

• damage the reputation of

dishonor
nounn
noun

• a state of shame or disgrace

• lacking honor or integrity

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• force (someone) to have sex against their will

• refuse to accept

embarrassment
nounn
noun

• the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public

• the state of being embarrassed (usually by some financial inadequacy)

• some event that causes someone to be embarrassed

• extreme excess

humiliation
nounn
noun

• state of disgrace or loss of self-respect

• strong feelings of embarrassment

• an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect

• depriving one of self-esteem

shame
nounn
noun

• a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt

• a state of dishonor

• an unfortunate development

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• compel through a sense of shame

• cause to be ashamed

• surpass or beat by a wide margin

Best Hypernyms For IGNOMY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for ignomy, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (3)
disgrace dishonor shame

Alternatives for DEGRADATION

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