Vocabulary

shame; embarrassment; disgrace

noun
N1 freq #12

Example sentences

Death is preferable to shame.

Shame cultures are concerned with reputation.

It's not something anyone would be ashamed of.

Some politicians seem to be lost to shame.

I think death is preferable to shame.

I find no shame in asking questions.

I think death is preferable to shame.

Nor am I ashamed to confess my ignorance.