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shameful

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/ˈʃeɪmfəl/
Forms:more shameful,most shameful
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causing embarrassment or disgrace due to unacceptable behavior or actions

  • His shameful behavior at the party embarrassed everyone who witnessed it.
  • The politician's shameful actions scandalized the public and damaged their reputation.
  • Failing to keep a promise made to a friend felt shameful and disappointing.
  • Cheating on the exam was a shameful act that violated academic integrity.
  • Discriminating against people based on their race or ethnicity is a shameful display of prejudice.