ignominia (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/iɡ.noˈmi.nja/

Translation Options into English

• Ignominy
• Dishonor
• Shame

Meaning and Usage

"Ignominia" refers to a state of public shame or disgrace. In legal terms, it can denote situations involving loss of reputation or respect due to dishonorable actions or decisions, often applied to cases of disgraceful conduct. The word is used frequently in both oral and written contexts, but is more common in literary and formal registers due to its serious connotation.

Example Sentences

1. La ignominia de su acto lo persiguió por el resto de su vida.

2. The ignominy of his act haunted him for the rest of his life.

3. El escándalo causó una gran ignominia a la familia.

4. The scandal caused great ignominy to the family.

5. Las consecuencias de la ignominia a menudo son irreparables.

6. The consequences of ignominy are often irreparable.

Idiomatic Expressions

Although "ignominia" is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions, it does appear in phrases that discuss disgrace or shame. Here are a few examples:

1. Caer en la ignominia.
2. To fall into ignominy.
3. Ella temía caer en la ignominia por su error en el trabajo.

4. She feared falling into ignominy for her mistake at work.

5. Vivir en la ignominia.

6. To live in ignominy.
7. Decidió vivir en la ignominia que le trajo su traición.

8. He decided to live in the ignominy brought by his betrayal.

9. Sufrir ignominia.

10. To suffer ignominy.
11. Muchos sufrieron ignominia durante la guerra.
12. Many suffered ignominy during the war.

Etymology

The word "ignominia" has its roots in Latin, derived from ignominia, which is composed of "in-" meaning "not" and "nomen" meaning "name". Thus, "ignominia" denotes a loss of name or renown, signifying disgrace or dishonor.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Deshonra - Oprobio - Humillación

Antonyms: - Honor - Glorificación - Respecto