SENSE OF SHAME Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the phrase sense of shame. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the phrase sense of shame. (close relations)

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Definition of SENSE OF SHAME


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	contrition				nounn
	noun • sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation
	disgrace				nounn
	noun • a state of dishonor verb • bring shame or dishonor upon • reduce in worth or character, usually verbally • damage the reputation of
	embarrassment				nounn
	noun • the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public • the state of being embarrassed (usually by some financial inadequacy) • some event that causes someone to be embarrassed • extreme excess
	guilt				nounn
	noun • the state of having committed an offense • remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense
	humiliation				nounn
	noun • state of disgrace or loss of self-respect • strong feelings of embarrassment • an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect • depriving one of self-esteem
	mortification				nounn
	noun • strong feelings of embarrassment • the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply) • an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect • (Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)
	regret				verb, nounv, n
	noun • sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment verb • feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about • feel sad about the loss or absence of • decline formally or politely • express with regret
	remorse				nounn
	noun • a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
	self-reproach				nounn
	noun • a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed) • the act of blaming yourself
	sense of duty				nounn
	noun • a motivating awareness of ethical responsibility

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