ashamed

/əˈʃeɪmd/
adjective
  1. Feeling embarrassed or guilty because of something you did or something about yourself.
    • She felt ashamed when she realized she had forgotten her friend's birthday.
    • He was ashamed of lying to his parents about his grades.
    • They were too ashamed to admit they had made a mistake.
  2. Unwilling to do something because of fear of embarrassment or shame.
    • I was ashamed to ask for help even though I needed it.
    • She was ashamed to wear her old coat to the fancy party.
    • He was ashamed to sing in front of others, so he stayed quiet.
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