shameful
word
/ˈʃeɪmfəɫ/
/ʃˈeɪmfəl/
Definition
Describes something that causes shame or is very embarrassing because it is wrong or dishonorable.
Usage & Nuances
"Shameful" is strong and formal; it criticizes actions or situations, not people directly. Often used in public statements: 'a shameful act', 'shameful behavior'. Don't confuse with 'ashamed' (how you feel).
Spanish: vergonzoso - bochornosoPortuguese (BR): vergonhoso - lamentávelPortuguese (PT): vergonhoso - lamentávelChinese (Simplified): 可耻的 - 丢脸的Chinese (Traditional): 可恥的 - 丟臉的Hindi: शर्मनाकArabic: مخزي - معيبBengali: লজ্জাজনকRussian: позорный - постыдныйJapanese: 恥ずべきVietnamese: đáng xấu hổKorean: 수치스러운Turkish: utanç vericiUrdu: شرمناکIndonesian: memalukan
Example Sentences
I think it’s shameful how some people treat animals.
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It was shameful to cheat on the test.
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The company’s shameful treatment of workers caused protests.
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Lying to your friends is a shameful thing to do.
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Their decision to ignore the problem was simply shameful.
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Dumping trash in the park is just shameful—there’s no excuse for it.
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