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Definition shame in British English

shame noun

noun
/ʃeɪm/
Example

It seems a shame to waste all this food.

Example

It was a shame that you couldn't come with us.

Example

It would have been a crying shame if we had lost the game.

Example

It was a nice idea. Shame about the way it was done.

Synonyms and related words
disappointment shame blow
2

a guilty and embarrassed feeling that you have when you or someone else has behaved badly

Example

He speaks about his affair without shame.

Example

The people who let this happen should hang their heads in shame.

Synonyms and related words
shame embarrassment guilt
2.1

the ability to feel guilty or embarrassed when you or someone else behaves badly

Example

Has he no shame?

Synonyms and related words
shame embarrassment guilt
3

loss of respect or a good reputation because of your own or someone else's bad behaviour or bad performance

Example

They accused her of bringing shame and disgrace on the family.

Example

There is no shame in failing.

Example

To their shame, they were proved wrong.

Synonyms and related words
shame embarrassment guilt
Definition shame in British English