shame

shame n

OE 'to be ashamed'.

  1. Disgrace; dishonor; loss of dignity.
  2. Crime.
  3. Pity.
  4. Modesty; shyness; embarrassment.
  5. Humility; low status; lack of reputation.
  6. Ignominy; infamy; loss of esteem.

shame [-d, -s] v

see shame, n.

  1. Embarrass.
  2. Repudiate.