Disgraded

/dɪsˈɡreɪdɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having been reduced in rank, status, or honor; lowered in position or reputation.

Etymology

Past participle of disgrade, combining dis- + graded (from grade). The -ed ending marks it as a completed action or resulting state.

Kelly Says

A 'disgraded' knight in medieval literature was a tragic figure—all the privileges, servants, and respect were gone, making this word carry enormous social weight in historical texts.

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