shameful
Translation
disgraceful, shocking, scandalous
Examples
His behaviour was absolutely shameful.
His behavior was absolutely shameful.
It is shameful that this is allowed to happen.
It is shameful that this is allowed to happen.
Grammar Patterns
shameful ((noun)) disgraceful (noun). It was a shameful act of cowardice.
it is shameful that... it is disgraceful that... It is shameful that they lied to the public.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disgraceful, deplorable, outrageous; Antonyms: honorable, admirable
Etymology
From 'shame' + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of shame'.
Memory Tips
If an action is 'full of shame', it is 'shameful'.