Definitions

1. noun

a painful emotion caused by a consciousness of guilt, shortcoming, or unacceptability

“Her shame at losing the game stayed with her for days.”

2. noun

a state or feeling of deep regret or guilt, especially for a misdeed

“The shame of what he had done weighed heavily on his conscience.”

3. noun

something or someone to be avoided or disapproved of

“The scandal was a source of shame to the community.”

4. verb

to feel or experience shame

“She was ashamed of her behavior and apologized to her friends.”

5. verb

to bring shame or discredit upon

“The scandal will shame the company’s reputation.”