Word Definition

Dishonor

  1. To deprive of honor; to disgrace; to bring reproach or shame on; to treat with indignity, or as unworthy in the sight of others; to stain the character of; to lessen the reputation of; as, the duelist dishonors himself to maintain his honor.
  2. The nonpayment or nonacceptance of commercial paper by the party on whom it is drawn.
  3. To refuse or decline to accept or pay; -- said of a bill, check, note, or draft which is due or presented; as, to dishonor a bill exchange.
  4. Lack of honor; disgrace; ignominy; shame; reproach.
  5. To violate the chastity of; to debauch.