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sense of shame

 

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Noun sense of shame has 1 sense
  1. sense of shame, sense of duty - a motivating awareness of ethical responsibility
    --1 is a kind of conscience, scruples, moral sense, sense of right and wrong

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Sense of Shame

Definition: The feeling of guilt, embarrassment, or regret that arises from an awareness of one's own improper or unworthy behavior.

Usage:

  • As a Noun: He couldn't face his family anymore, overwhelmed by a deep sense of shame.
  • As a Verb: The questionable actions of the politician shamed the entire community.

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