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INGLORIOUSLY

Dictionary entry overview: What does ingloriously mean?

• INGLORIOUSLY (adverb)
The adverb INGLORIOUSLY has 1 sense:

1. in a dishonorable manner or to a dishonorable degree

Familiarity information: INGLORIOUSLY used as an adverb is very rare.

Dictionary entry details

• INGLORIOUSLY (adverb)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

In a dishonorable manner or to a dishonorable degree

Synonyms:

discreditably; disgracefully; dishonourably; ignominiously; ingloriously; shamefully; dishonorably

Context example:

his grades were disgracefully low

Pertainym:

inglorious ((used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame)

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