Beshamed

/bɪˈʃeɪmd/ adjective

Definition

Brought to shame; feeling or expressing shame; ashamed.

Etymology

Past participle of 'beshame' used as an adjective. Describes the state of having been shamed.

Kelly Says

You'd see 'a beshamed face' in old literature to emphasize deep, profound shame—it's stronger than just 'ashamed.'

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