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ignominies
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a situation or event that causes embarrassment or a loss of respect, particularly when experienced in a public or widespread manner
- The politician faced ignominy after the scandal broke.
- His plagiarism brought ignominy upon the university.
- The athlete's disqualification led to ignominy.
- The company's bankruptcy was an ignominy for its CEO.
- The failed launch brought ignominy to the tech firm.