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Meaning of shamefulness
The state of being shameful or deserving shame
Etymology of shamefulness
The word "shamefulness" originates from the Old English words "scamu" or "scēam", which are also the sources of the Modern English word "shame"
The suffix "-fulness" is added to the noun "shame" to form the noun "shamefulness", indicating a state or condition
Synonyms
dishonor
disgrace
ignominy
infamy
scandal
shame
humiliation
mortification
embarrassment
chagrin
abashment
disrepute
ill repute
odium
opprobrium
reproach
discredit
discreditation
degradation
debasement
ignobility
vileness
baseness
cowardice
cravenness
pusillanimity
recreancy
turpitude
wickedness
iniquity
nefariousness
heinousness
atrociousness
Definitions
- The state of being shameful or deserving shame
- A feeling of guilt or regret about something one has done
Usage Examples
- The company's shamefulness in handling the scandal led to a significant loss of public trust
- The politician's shamefulness in accepting bribes was exposed in the media
Antonyms
proudness
honor
dignity
respectability
respect
esteem
admiration
approval
commendation
praise
accolades
credit
merit
worthiness
goodness
virtue
morality
integrity
uprightness
righteousness
decency
propriety