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indignity

 

[ ɪnˈdɪɡnəti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feeling of being insulted or treated unfairly

Indignity refers to the feeling of being insulted or treated unfairly. It is a sense of humiliation or disgrace that arises from a lack of respect or dignity. Indignity can result from various forms of mistreatment, disrespect, or injustice.

Synonyms

disgrace, humiliation, insult, offense.

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Word Description / Examples
indignity

Indignity is often used when referring to situations where someone's dignity or self-respect is hurt in a way that can feel offensive or insulting.

  • Being forced to leave through the back door was an indignity she never forgot
humiliation

Humiliation is used when someone is made to feel extremely ashamed or foolish, often in a public way. The context often involves an emotional hurt.

  • The public criticism was a deep humiliation for him
disgrace

Disgrace refers to a significant loss of respect or honor, often due to one's actions. It indicates a strong negative connotation and is typically used in serious contexts.

  • He left the company in disgrace after the scandal
insult

Insult is used when referring to words or actions specifically intended to offend someone. It is more direct and often used in interpersonal conflicts.

  • He took her remarks as a personal insult
offense

Offense is used when referring to something that causes someone to feel hurt, upset, or angry, but not necessarily intended to be insulting. It's a broader term than 'insult'.

  • She took offense at the comments made about her dress

Examples of usage

  • The way he was fired from his job was a great indignity.
  • She refused to tolerate the indignity of being spoken to in such a condescending manner.
  • Facing constant indignities at work, she decided to quit.
  • Being forced to beg for food was the ultimate indignity for him.
  • The prisoners were subjected to numerous indignities during their captivity.

Translations

Translations of the word "indignity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 indignidade

🇮🇳 अपमान

🇩🇪 Schmach

🇮🇩 penghinaan

🇺🇦 приниження

🇵🇱 zniewaga

🇯🇵 屈辱 (くつじょく)

🇫🇷 indignité

🇪🇸 indignidad

🇹🇷 onursuzluk

🇰🇷 모욕

🇸🇦 إهانة

🇨🇿 ponižení

🇸🇰 poníženie

🇨🇳 侮辱 (wǔrǔ)

🇸🇮 ponižanje

🇮🇸 niðurlæging

🇰🇿 қорлау

🇬🇪 შეურაცხყოფა

🇦🇿 təhqir

🇲🇽 indignidad

Etymology

The word 'indignity' originated from the Latin word 'indignitas', which means unworthiness. Over time, it evolved to refer to the lack of respect or humiliation experienced by an individual. The concept of indignity has been present throughout history, often associated with social injustices and inequalities. The word serves as a reminder of the importance of treating others with dignity and respect.

See also: dignified, dignitaries, dignitary.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,895, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.