Definition of ashamed
1 a
: feeling shame, guilt, or disgrace
- She felt ashamed for hitting her brother.
- You should be ashamed of yourself.
- Losing is nothing to be ashamed of.
- He was deeply ashamed of his behavior.
b
: feeling inferior or unworthy
2
: reluctant or unwilling to do something because of shame or embarrassment
- I was ashamed to be seen with him.
- I'm not ashamed to admit that I don't know the answer.
