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View usage for: (stɪgmə) Word forms: plural stigmas1. variable nounIf something has a stigma attached to it, people think it is something to be ashamed of. There's no stigma attached to being an unmarried mother any more. 2. countable nounThe stigma of a flower is the top of the centre part which takes in pollen. [technical] More Synonyms of stigma stigma in British English or rare stigme (ˈstɪɡmə) nounWord forms: plural stigmas or for sense 7 stigmata (ˈstɪɡmətə, stɪɡˈmɑːtə)1. a distinguishing mark of social disgrace the stigma of having been in prison 2. a small scar or mark such as a birthmark 3. pathologya. any mark on the skin, such as one characteristic of a specific disease b. any sign of a psychiatric disorder 4. botany the receptive surface of a carpel, where deposited pollen germinates 5. zoologya. a pigmented eyespot in some protozoans and other invertebrates b. the spiracle of an insect 6. archaic a mark branded on the skin 7. (plural) Christianity marks resembling the wounds of the crucified Christ, believed to appear on the bodies of certain individuals Word origin C16: via Latin from Greek: brand, from stizein to tattoo stigma in American English (ˈstɪgmə) nounWord forms: plural ˈstigmas or stigˈmata (ˈstɪgmətə; stɪgˈmɑtə; stɪgˈmætə)1. Archaic a distinguishing mark burned or cut into the flesh, as of a slave or criminal 2. something that detracts from the character or reputation of a person, group, etc.; mark of disgrace or reproach 3. a mark, sign, etc. indicating that something is not considered normal or standard 4. a small mark, scar, opening, etc. on the surface of a plant or animal, as a pore or eyespot, etc. 5. a. a spot on the skin, esp. one that bleeds as the result of certain nervous tensions b. [pl.] marks resembling the crucifixion wounds of Jesus, appearing on some devout persons in a state of intense religious fervor 6. Botany the free upper tip of the style of a flower, on which pollen falls and develops 7. Medicine any sign characteristic of a specific disease 8. Zoology spiracle (sense 3) spiracle (sense 3a) Derived forms stigmal (ˈstigmal) adjective Word origin L < Gr, lit., a prick with a pointed instrument < stizein, to prick: for IE base see stick Examples of 'stigma' in a sentencestigma Word lists withstigma terms used in botany, insect, parts of plantsBritish English: stigma NOUN If something has a stigma attached to it, people think it is something to be ashamed of. There is still a stigma attached to cancer. - American English: stigma
- Brazilian Portuguese: estigma
- Chinese: 耻辱的事
- European Spanish: estigma
- French: honte
- German: Stigma
- Italian: marchio
- Japanese: 汚名
- Korean: 오명
- European Portuguese: estigma
- Latin American Spanish: estigma
Chinese translation of 'stigma' n - (c/u) (= disgrace)
耻(恥)辱 (chǐrǔ) - (c) (Bot) [of flower]
柱头(頭) (zhùtóu)
Definition a mark of social disgrace Even in a recession there's still a stigma attached to being out of work. Additional synonymsDefinition a stain on one's character a blot on the reputation of the architectural profession Synonyms disgrace, spot, fault, stain, scar, defect, flaw, taint, blemish, demerit, smirch, blot on your escutcheon Definition a mark of disgrace the brand of shame Synonyms stigma, mark, stain, disgrace, taint, slur, blot, infamy, smirch Definition a state of shame or disgrace You have brought dishonour on a fine and venerable institution. Synonyms disgrace, scandal, shame, discredit, degradation, disrepute, reproach, ignominy, infamy, opprobrium, odium (formal), disfavour, abasement, obloquyAdditional synonymsThey avoided the imputation of criminal negligence. Synonyms blame, charge, accusation, censure, slur, reproach, slander, attribution, insinuation, ascription, aspersionDefinition a visible impression on a surface, such as a spot or scratch The dogs rub against the walls and make dirty marks. Synonyms spot, stain, streak, smudge, line, nick, impression, scratch, bruise, scar, dent, blot, blemish, blotch, pock, splotch, smirch The shootings were a reproach to all of us. Synonyms disgrace, shame, slight, stain, discredit, stigma, slur, disrepute, blemish, indignity, ignominy, dishonourDefinition loss of respect I don't want to bring shame on the family name. Synonyms disgrace, scandal, discredit, contempt, smear, degradation, disrepute, reproach, derision, dishonour, infamy, opprobrium, odium (formal), ill repute, obloquyDefinition an insulting remark intended to damage someone's reputation yet another slur on the integrity of the police Synonyms insult, stain, smear, stigma, disgrace, discredit, blot, affront, innuendo, calumny, insinuation, aspersion, blot on your escutcheon Definition a small mark on a surface, which has a different colour or texture from its surroundings The floorboards were covered with white spots. Synonyms mark, stain, speck, scar, flaw, taint, blot, smudge, blemish, daub, speckle, blotch, discolorationDefinition an incident in someone's life that has damaged his or her reputation a stain on the honour of its war dead Synonyms stigma, shame, disgrace, slur, reproach, blemish, dishonour, infamy, blot on the escutcheon |