disgrace
UK: dɪsˈɡreɪs | US: dɪsˈɡreɪs
n. loss of respect or honor; a state of shame
vt. to bring shame or dishonor upon someone
The word "disgrace" combines the prefix "dis-" (meaning "opposite of" or "lack of," from Latin dis-) with "grace" (from Latin gratia, meaning "favor" or "elegance"). Originally, "grace" conveyed divine favor or social charm, while "dis-" negated it, creating a term for the loss of honor or respect. Over time, "disgrace" evolved to describe both the state of shame and the act of causing it.
The scandal brought disgrace to his family.
She felt a deep sense of disgrace after failing the exam.
The athlete was disgraced for using performance-enhancing drugs.
His actions disgraced the entire organization.
To be fired in public is a terrible disgrace.