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Definitions

shameful

[sheym-fuhl] / ˈʃeɪm fəl /
ADJECTIVE
atrocious; disreputable
Synonyms
STRONGEST
dastardly disgraceful embarrassing flagrant heinous humiliating ignominious immoral indecent outrageous reprehensible scandalous shocking sinful vile
WEAK
base carnal contemptible corrupt debauched degrading diabolical dishonorable drunken immodest impure infamous intemperate lewd low mean mortifying notorious obscene opprobrious profligate reprobate ribald shaming unbecoming unclean unworthy villainous vulgar wicked
Antonyms
STRONGEST
chaste good kind magnificent mild moral pure respectable virtuous wonderful
WEAK
reputable

Example Sentences

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Experts have told the BBC these side effects are under-reported because of the shameful behaviour they can cause.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

“It can be stressful or shameful for each of them,” said Ellen Rogin, the author of “Messages from Money,” a book about emotions and finances.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 5, 2026

Maybe it is plainly shameful to sit idly by, waiting for the police to peel back more layers of abominable detail, so it can be quickly disseminated to a hungry audience.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

Napoli hit out at "shameful" refereeing after slipping to a 2-1 loss at top-four rivals Atalanta.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

He dropped his gaze to the worn pine table to hide the shameful headline he felt burning across his face.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker