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- [mawr-tuh-fahy]
- /ˈmɔr təˌfaɪ/
- /ˈmɔː.tɪ.faɪ.ɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mawr-tuh-fahy]
- /ˈmɔr təˌfaɪ/
Definitions of mortifying word
- verb with object mortifying to humiliate or shame, as by injury to one's pride or self-respect. 1
- verb with object mortifying to subjugate (the body, passions, etc.) by abstinence, ascetic discipline, or self-inflicted suffering. 1
- verb with object mortifying Pathology. to affect with gangrene or necrosis. 1
- verb without object mortifying to practice mortification or disciplinary austerities. 1
- verb without object mortifying Pathology. to undergo mortification; become gangrened or necrosed. 1
- noun mortifying Present participle of mortify. 1
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Origin of mortifying
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English mortifien < Middle French mortifier < Late Latin mortificāre “to put to death,” equivalent to Latin morti- (stem of mors) “death” + -ficāre -fy
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Parts of speech for Mortifying
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
mortifying popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
mortifying usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for mortifying
adjective mortifying
- humiliating — lowering the pride, self-respect, or dignity of a person; mortifying: Such a humiliating defeat was good for his overblown ego.
- shameful — causing shame: shameful behavior.
- embarrassing — Causing embarrassment.
- degrading — causing humiliation; debasing
- chastening — A chastening experience makes you regret that you have behaved badly or stupidly.
Antonyms for mortifying
adjective mortifying
- uplifting — inspirational; offering or providing hope, encouragement, salvation, etc.: an uplifting sermon.
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