verb
- to treat with disrespect or to damage the good reputation of someone or something
- to refuse to accept or pay a check, bill, or other financial instrument
Usage: finance
noun
- loss of respect, reputation, or honor; shame or disgrace
Examples
- The scandal dishonours the entire family.
- His actions dishonour the memory of those who came before him.
- The bank dishonours checks that lack sufficient funds.
- She brought dishonours upon herself through her unethical behavior.
- To break a promise dishonours your word.
- The team's poor performance dishonours their coach's legacy.
- Such conduct is a dishonours to the profession.