stigma — a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstɪɡmə/
Korean meaning: 낙인, 오명, 치욕의 표시
Korean pronunciation: **스티**그마
Example Sentences
- He worried that wearing socks with sandals would carry a fashion stigma forever.
- The company worked hard to remove the stigma associated with their previous product failure.
- She decided to openly discuss her struggles to help reduce the stigma around depression.
stigma
NOUN//ˈstɪɡmə//
a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person
A student faces social stigma through deliberate isolation in the cafeteria
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Origin
From Latin 'stigma' meaning a mark or brand, derived from Greek 'stizein' meaning to prick or tattoo. The word originally referred to a mark made by a pointed instrument, later evolving to mean a mark of shame or disgrace.
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“He worried that wearing socks with sandals would carry a fashion stigma forever.”
“The company worked hard to remove the stigma associated with their previous product failure.”
“She decided to openly discuss her struggles to help reduce the stigma around depression.”
“There's an unfair stigma that all teenagers are lazy and irresponsible.”
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