infamy
noun
In Jewish tradition
Proverbs warns that telling a neighbour's secret will bring shame that does not go away.
Interpretation. Tradition teaches that gossip and revealing secrets harm both others and oneself.
Meaning
Very bad reputation, lasting shame. tree →
Examples
- Lest he that heareth it revile thee, and thine infamy turn not away. (Writings PRO.25.10, JPS 1917) tree →
Note
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