Aeschynomenous

/ˌiːskɪˈnɒmɪnəs/ adjective

Definition

Causing shame or embarrassment; deserving of shame or disgrace.

Etymology

From Greek aischynē (shame) and -monous (causing or showing). A rare classical English word referring to shameful or dishonorable acts.

Kelly Says

Aeschynomenous is related to the Greek god Aesculapius and concepts of medical ethics—the ancient Greeks used shame as a powerful social tool to enforce proper behavior, especially regarding honor and dignity.

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