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Term: ignobly

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a dishonorable or disgraceful manner; without honor or dignity.

Sense 1: Popular Usage

Description: Refers to actions or behavior that lack integrity, honor, or noble qualities.

Example Sentence:

"He ignobly abandoned his friend in need, showing no compassion or loyalty."

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Sense 2: Local Usage

Description: Reflects the cultural or region-specific understanding of ignoble behavior.

Example Sentence:

"In their local tradition, cheating in games was ignobly frowned upon and socially ostracized."

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