👉 Ignominy is a term used in legal and ethical contexts to refer to an act or omission that causes harm, injury, or violation of someone's rights. It can also be defined as a lack of accountability or responsibility for one's actions, particularly when it involves wrongdoing or misconduct. In many cultures, ignominy is often associated with the concept of moral turpitude, which refers to the state of being without honor, integrity, or justice.