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shame

Noun

Definitions

1. shame
2. embarrassment

This noun means shame or disgrace, referring to the feeling of embarrassment or the act of disgracing oneself. It can describe both the emotion and situations or behavior that are considered shameful.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even if you lose, there's no shame in having tried.

Sentence 2

He said, "The worst thing you can do is let fear of shame stop you from acting."

Sentence 3

That rumor would be a huge source of shame for the person involved, right?

Sentence 4

My friend teased me, saying, "That's so embarrassing."

Sentence 5

She patted me on the shoulder and said, "That's nothing to be ashamed of."