indignity

Definition

  • noun: an act or occurrence that hurts someone's dignity or pride
  • noun: an act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect
  • synonyms: abuse, affront, aspersion

Examples

  • He suffered the 'indignity' of being forced to leave the courtroom.

  • The 'indignity' of it all was too much to bear.

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