How to Pronounce "inglorious"
word
ˌɪnˈɡɫɔɹiəs
in-GLOR-ee-uhs
ɪnɡlˈɔːɹɪəs
ing-GLAW-ree-uhs
Definition
Having no glory, honor, or fame; shameful or disgraceful. Often used to describe actions, situations, or defeats that lack pride or dignity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈɡɫɔɹiəs
British English
ɪnɡlˈɔːɹɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-GLOR-ee-uhs
UK
ing-GLAW-ree-uhs
Listen in Context
It was an inglorious defeat for the team.
He ended his career in an inglorious way.
Her actions were considered inglorious by all.
Nobody wants to be remembered for an inglorious mistake.