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ignobly Synonyms

Another word for ignobly

Choosing another word for ignobly depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a dishonorable, shameful, or base manner; without nobility of character or purpose.

Usage Example

"The once-respected leader acted dishonorably by blaming his subordinates for the financial scandal."

Strongest
dishonorably
shamefully
basely
Strong
disgracefully
ignominiously
despicably
contemptibly
sordidly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a manner characteristic of low social rank, humble birth, or inferior status.

Usage Example

"Though lowly born in a remote provincial village, the scholar rose to become the chief advisor at court."

Strong
lowly
humbly
plebeianly
meanly

Opposites of ignobly

The opposite of ignobly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

nobly
honorably
aristocratically
admirably
royally
worthily
dignifiedly
See all opposites of ignobly

• Nearby Words

ignite
igniter
ignition
ignobly
ignominious
ignorable
ignoramus

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Ignobly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/ignobly
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