Synonyms of ashamed

ashamed

adjective

ə-ˈshāmd 

as in guilty

suffering from or expressive of a feeling of responsibility for wrongdoing

was ashamed that she had lied to the interviewer

wearing a very ashamed look

Synonyms & Similar Words

• guilty
• shamefaced
• embarrassed
• shamed
• apologetic
• remorseful
• repentant
• contrite
• regretful
• penitent
• sorry
• sheepish
• rueful
• culpable
• blushing
• blameworthy
• penitential
• chagrined
• blamable
• compunctious
• hangdog

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unashamed
• shameless
• unrepentant
• remorseless
• impudent
• brazen
• blameless
• innocent
• unapologetic
• cheeky
• impenitent
• guiltless

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ashamed

This stigma leaves many people feeling immensely ashamed—and often too afraid to talk about their experiences. — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 6 Aug. 2026

This is classic Drake, turning the darker inner thoughts most people would be ashamed to admit into something almost beautiful. — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 3 Aug. 2026

Children might feel entitled to endless support or, on the flipside, feel ashamed about accepting help. — Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 16 July 2026

By shutting down conversations or not answering kids' questions, Chambers said, parents can unintentionally send the message that periods and puberty are something to be ashamed of. — Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 8 July 2026