inglorious — causing or deserving shame; not bringing honor or glory
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: causing or deserving shame; not bringing honor or glory
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's inglorious resignation came after the scandal broke.
- My inglorious attempt at cooking resulted in the fire department's visit.
- The team's inglorious performance shocked their loyal fans.
inglorious
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/]
causing or deserving shame; not bringing honor or glory
The knight returned from battle with an inglorious defeat, banner torn and head hung low.
From glorious heights to inglorious, notorious fall
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin, combining the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' with 'gloriosus' meaning 'glorious' or 'full of glory'. The compound formed the adjective 'inglorious', denoting something lacking glory or honor.
Breakdown
in- (not, without) + gloriosus (glorious, full of glory), where gloriosus itself derives from gloria (glory, fame).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The CEO's inglorious resignation came after the scandal broke.”
“My inglorious attempt at cooking resulted in the fire department's visit.”
“The team's inglorious performance shocked their loyal fans.”
“His inglorious exit from the party involved falling into the pool fully clothed.”
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