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Disgraceful
Severity Scale
Use 'disgraceful' for actions or events more serious than just bad or inappropriate ones.

Leaving trash in the park is disgraceful.
Strong Disapproval
Express strong disapproval; 'disgraceful' is not a mild criticism, it’s a harsh judgment.

Cheating on the exam is a disgraceful act.
Public Feelings
It often suggests the disapproval comes not just from you but from society or a group.

The team's performance was disgraceful and the fans booed.
Compare with
DeplorableDisreputableEthicalImmoralIndecentInexcusableScandalousShameful
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