Cool MateShame
UK /["/ʃeɪm/"]/US /["/ʃeɪm/"]/
Definition
used to say that something is a cause for feeling sad or disappointed
In simple words: A feeling of being embarrassed or guilty about something.
Examples
- He felt a deep sense of shame after realizing his mistake.
- Shame can often prevent people from seeking help for their problems.
- She was filled with shame when she saw the way she had reacted.
- His shame was evident when he couldn't look anyone in the eye.
- It's a shame that so many talented artists go unnoticed.
Usage notes
Use 'shame' when talking about feelings of guilt or embarrassment. It's appropriate in most contexts but can feel heavy or serious. Avoid in light-hearted conversations.
Grammar pattern
feel + shame
Memory hint
Think of 'shame' as 'shh!'-pause, a heavy feeling that makes you want to hide.
Collocations
- awful
- great
- real
- shame about
- a bit of a shame
- rather a shame
- such a shame
- deep
- secret
- public
- be filled with
- feel
- bring
- from shame
- in shame
- to your shame
- bow your head in shame
- hang your head in shame
- a feeling of shame
- deep
- secret
- public
- be filled with
- feel
- bring
- from shame
- in shame
- to your shame
- bow your head in shame
- hang your head in shame
- a feeling of shame
- deep
- secret
- public
- be filled with
- feel
- bring
- from shame
- in shame
- to your shame
- bow your head in shame
- hang your head in shame
- a feeling of shame
Synonyms
- pity
Antonyms
- pride
- honor
- confidence
Common mistakes
- 'Shame' confused with 'guilt' - they're related but not the same.
- Using 'shame' inappropriately as an action verb, e.g., 'to shame someone' can be too strong in casual conversation.
- Mixing up 'shame' with 'shaming' – the former is a noun while the latter is a verb.