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INGLORIOUS
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Not bringing honor and glory
Example:
some mute inglorious Milton here may rest
Classified under:
Similar:
obscure; unknown; unsung (not famous or acclaimed)
Also:
dishonorable; dishonourable (lacking honor or integrity; deserving dishonor)
unknown (not known)
Antonym:
glorious (having or deserving or conferring glory)
Sense 2
Meaning:
(used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame
Example:
a shameful display of cowardice
Synonyms:
black; disgraceful; ignominious; inglorious; opprobrious; shameful
Classified under:
Similar:
dishonorable; dishonourable (lacking honor or integrity; deserving dishonor)
