1. loss of respect, reputation, or dignity; shame
2. a person or thing that brings shame or discredit

1. to cause someone to lose respect or reputation; to shame
2. to refuse to accept or pay (a check, bill, or draft)
Usage: finance

Examples

• His actions brought dishonour to his family.
• She felt a deep sense of dishonour after the public scandal.
• The general was dishonoured by his defeat in battle.
• The bank dishonoured the cheque due to insufficient funds.
• To break a promise is to dishonour your word.
• He refused to be dishonoured by false accusations.