indignity
UK: ɪnˈdɪɡnəti | US: ɪnˈdɪɡnəti
n. treatment or circumstances that cause one to feel shame or loss of dignity
n. an act or remark that humiliates or insults someone
indignity = in<not> + dign<worthy> + ity<noun suffix>
- in (Latin prefix): Negation, meaning "not."
- dign (from Latin dignus): Meaning "worthy" or "deserving."
- ity (noun-forming suffix): Indicates a state or condition.
Etymology Origin:
The word "indignity" traces back to Latin indignitas, combining in- (not) + dignus (worthy). It originally described a state of being unworthy or undeserving, later evolving to emphasize the humiliation or insult arising from such treatment. The root dign also appears in words like "dignity" and "indignant," reinforcing the theme of worthiness or its absence.
The prisoners suffered countless indignities during their captivity.
She refused to tolerate the indignity of being ignored in the meeting.
Losing his job was a profound indignity for the proud man.
The protest aimed to highlight the indignities faced by marginalized communities.
He bore the indignity of false accusations with silent resolve.