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Definition shame in British English

shame verb

[transitive] verb
/ʃeɪm/
1

to make someone feel guilty or embarrassed

Example

The behaviour of the fans has shamed the team.

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2

to cause yourself or someone else to lose respect or a good reputation

Example

Mum thought my divorce shamed the family.

3

to make someone or something seem bad or less impressive by comparison

Example

The standards these workers have achieved shames our own efforts.

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Definition shame in British English