dɪsˈɡreɪs n. & v. --n. 1
the loss of
reputation;
shame;
ignominy (brought disgrace on
his family). 2 a
dishonourable,
inefficient, or
shameful person,
thing,
state of affairs, etc. (the
bus service is a disgrace). --v.tr. 1
bring shame or
discredit on; be a disgrace
to. 2
degrade from a
position of
honour;
dismiss from
favour. øin disgrace having
lost respect or reputation;
out of favour. [F disgrçce, disgracier f.
It. disgrazia, disgraziare (as
DIS-, GRACE)]