shame

/ʃˈe‍ɪm/

/ˈʃeɪm/

Shame

an uneasy feeling that we get because of our own or someone else's mistake or bad manner

a state of dishonor

synonyms : disgrace

an unfortunate development

synonyms : pity

to shame

MAIN VERB

bring shame or dishonor upon

synonyms : attaint

antonyms : honor

surpass or beat by a wide margin

cause to be ashamed

compel through a sense of shame

Examples

1. The report names and shames companies that are not doing enough to fight industrial pollution.

2. It's a shame, but there's no need to cry over spilt milk.

3. Pardon my French, but that's a damned shame!

4. The teacher encouraged their students to tell the truth and shame the devil, even if it meant admitting to cheating or plagiarism.