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ignominy definition
ig·no·miny (ig′nə min′ē)
noun pl. ignominies -·min′·ies
- loss of one's reputation; shame and dishonor; infamy
- disgraceful, shameful, or contemptible quality, behavior, or act
Etymology: Fr ignominie < L ignominia < in-, no, not + nomen, name
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