shame
Translation
shame, pity, disgrace
Examples
He felt a deep sense of shame.
He felt a deep sense of shame.
It's a shame you can't come.
It's a shame you can't come.
He brought shame on his family.
He brought shame on his family.
Grammar Patterns
a sense of shame a feeling of shame. He felt a deep sense of shame.
it's a shame (that...) it is regrettable (that...). It's a shame you missed the party.
to bring shame on ((sb./sth.)) to cause disgrace to (sb./sth.). His actions brought shame on the team.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disgrace, embarrassment, humiliation; pity, regret
Etymology
From Old English 'scamu', meaning 'shame, confusion, disgrace'.
Memory Tips
Think of the phrase 'Shame on you!' when someone does something wrong.