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Ignominiously

Definition

(formal) In a way that is shameful or humiliating; with great loss of dignity or reputation. Typically used to describe defeat, failure, or a downfall that is particularly embarrassing or degrading.

Example Sentences

1The company went bankrupt ignominiously, with its CEO being arrested for embezzlement.
2The once-celebrated politician ended her career ignominiously, resigning in the face of corruption allegations.
3The team was eliminated from the tournament ignominiously, losing to a much weaker opponent in the first round.
4His attempt to climb the mountain ended ignominiously, with him getting lost and having to be rescued by helicopter.
5The dictator's regime collapsed ignominiously, with widespread protests and international condemnation forcing him into exile.

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