shameful
Translation
shameful, disgraceful, scandalous
Examples
His behavior was shameful.
His behaviour was shameful.
It was a shameful waste of money.
It was a shameful waste of money.
Grammar Patterns
((shameful)) + noun describing a noun His shameful behaviour shocked everyone.
It is ((shameful)) to-inf It is shameful to do something It is shameful to lie to your friends.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disgraceful, dishonourable, scandalous; Antonyms: honourable, admirable, proud
Etymology
From 'shame' + '-ful' (full of). Literally means 'full of shame'.
Memory Tips
An act that is 'full' of 'shame' is 'shameful'.