French word

indigne

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃diɲ/

Meaning

  • adjectiveunworthy

Example

Tu es indigne de ma confiance.

You are unworthy of my trust.

Illustration for indigne (unworthy)

More examples

C'est indigne de toi.

This is unworthy of you.

Core concept

A person or act falling below the worth or suitability required for something.

Common phrases

  • être indigne de

    be unworthy of ___

  • indigne de confiance

    unworthy of trust

  • indigne de respect

    unworthy of respect

Similar words

honteux: Shameful or embarrassing in a way that reflects badly on those involved.
méprisable: Worthy of scorn because of disgraceful or morally low qualities.
inacceptable: Unable to be accepted because it is improper or beyond permitted limits.

Definition in French

Qui ne mérite pas une chose ou une considération, souvent exprimé par la construction « indigne de ».

Word origin

French indigne comes from Latin indignus, built from in- meaning 'not' and dignus meaning 'worthy', through Old French.

Usage tips

  • The construction indigne de takes de before the person or thing considered worthy of respect, trust, or another benefit.

Other meanings

  • dishonorableadjective

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