disgrace, disgraceful

Facts:

The term "disgrace" refers to a loss of honor and respect.

When a person does something sinful, it can cause him to be in a state of disgrace or dishonor.
The term "disgraceful" is used to describe a sinful act or the person who did it.
Sometimes a person who is doing good things is treated in a way that causes him disgrace or shame.
For example, when Jesus was killed on a cross, this was a disgraceful way to die. Jesus had done nothing wrong to deserve this disgrace.
Ways to translate "disgrace" could include "shame" or "dishonor."
Ways to translate "disgraceful" could include "shameful" or dishonoring."

(See also: dishonor · honor · shame)