Ashamed
Adjective
UK
/əˈʃeɪmd/
US
/əˈʃeɪmd/
Definition
Feeling guilty or embarrassed because of something wrong or bad.
Example
"He felt ashamed after yelling at his brother."
"She was ashamed of her mistake and apologised."
"If you really feel ashamed of your mistake, you should sincerely apologise to her."
Explanation
Ashamed means you feel bad, sorry, or embarrassed because you did something wrong or not good. It’s a heavy feeling that happens when you regret your actions, like hurting someone, lying, or failing to do your best. You might not want to talk about it or see others when you feel ashamed. It shows that you know right from wrong and feel guilty when you mess up.