Disgrace meaning in English

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Definition

to disgrace: to stain, to shame, to humiliate, to degrade, to discredit verb
to be disgraced to be shamed, dishonored, humiliated
a disgrace: a scandal, an embarrassment, a stain, a shame, a degradation noun
Exercise 1
"Kevin, I am embarrassed that I was so stupid".

This sentence could be rewritten: Kevin, I am that I was so stupid.
"Kevin, I am embarrassed that I was so stupid".

This sentence could be rewritten: Kevin, I am ashamed that I was so stupid.
ashamed: To feel "embarrassed" is to feel uncomfortable or uneasy. "Embarrassed" shares a similar meaning with "ashamed" in this context: both terms refer to a feeling of unease or discomfort. To be ashamed (of something) is a stronger expression and usually indicates that someone regrets an action and even feels guilty about it. Example: He was ashamed of his behavior at the party.
disgraced: To be "disgraced" is to lose one's honor, respect, or reputation. Example: The politician was disgraced by the scandal and was forced to retire. Though the terms can be used in similar contexts, "disgraced" is not synonymous with "embarrassed".
sad: To be "sad" is to be unhappy. "Sad" does not share a similar meaning with "embarrassed" in this or any other context.
angry: To be "angry" is to be upset or mad. "Angry" does not share a similar meaning with "embarrassed" in this or any other context.

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