SHAME
Scrabble letter values: S1H4A1M3E1 = 10
Definition
- verb bring shame or dishonor upon. — synonyms: dishonor, disgrace, dishonour, attaint
- verb compel through a sense of shame.
- verb cause to be ashamed.
- verb surpass or beat by a wide margin.
- noun a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt.
- noun a state of dishonor. — synonyms: disgrace, ignominy
- noun an unfortunate development. — synonyms: pity
Examples
- “he dishonored his family by committing a serious crime”
- “She shamed him into making amends”
- “one mistake brought shame to all his family”