Pronunciation

/sheɪm/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. A feeling of guilt, remorse, or dishonor due to one’s actions or conduct. 2. Public disgrace or disapproval. 3. A cause for embarrassment or shame.
• Verb: To feel ashamed or embarrassed about something; to experience a sense of shame.
• Adjective: Causing or expressing shame; disgraceful; humiliating.

Phrases

• “Feel no shame” implies that there is nothing to be embarrassed about.
• “Save face from shame” means to recover from a shameful situation.
• “In one’s darkest shame” refers to the most embarrassing or shameful moment.

Example Sentences

• Noun: She couldn’t bear the shame of her family knowing what she had done.
• Verb: After realizing his mistake, he felt a deep shame.
• Adjective: The act was so shameful that it was reported in the news.

Synonyms

• Embarrassment
• Humiliation
• Disgrace
• Ashamedness
• Mortification

Antonyms

• Pride
• Honor
• Dignity
• Reputation
• Esteem