Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Shaming.
How to pronounce shaming:
US
Shaming - as a noun
A painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
feeling11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A state of dishonor
Example: "One mistake brought shame to all his family"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disgrace12ignominy14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dishonor12dishonour13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Shaming - as a verb
Bring shame or dishonor upon
Example: "He dishonored his family by committing a serious crime"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
attaint7disgrace12dishonor12dishonour13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Compel through a sense of shame
Example: "She shamed him into making amends"
Cause to be ashamed
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouse6elicit8enkindle13evoke12fire7kindle11provoke16raise5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Surpass or beat by a wide margin
Example Sentences
"Body shaming is a serious issue that affects many people."
"Moments of online shaming can have long-lasting negative effects on individuals."
"Public shaming can be an effective way to deter certain behaviors."
"The shaming of victims is never acceptable or justified."
"Fat shaming is a form of bullying that can lead to low self-esteem."
Word Game Points
Is SHAMING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shaming is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHAMING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SHAMING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shaming is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHAMING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is SHAMING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shaming is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHAMING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
