Both Uses of
ignominious
in
The Mill on the Floss
- He meant to be friendly, but Maggie felt convinced that Tom was rejoicing in her ignominy.†
Chpt 1.7
- Meantime tea was to be brought in by the cook, and the two naughty children were to have theirs in an ignominious manner in the kitchen.†
Chpt 1.10 *
Definition:
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(ignominious) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame -- typically in reference to behavior or character