1. to bring shame or disgrace upon someone or something
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘dishonor’
2. to refuse to accept or pay a check or bill
Usage: financial context

1. acts that bring shame or disgrace; instances of loss of honor
Usage: plural of ‘dishonor’

Examples

• He dishonors his family name with his criminal behavior.
• The bank dishonors checks when there are insufficient funds.
• She refuses to let anyone dishonor her reputation.
• The company dishonors its warranty obligations regularly.
• His actions brought many dishonors upon the organization.
• The family suffered multiple dishonors during the scandal.
• Such dishonors are difficult to overcome in small communities.