ashamedly
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner showing or feeling shame, guilt, or embarrassment: The word "ashamedly" describes an action done while experiencing or expressing a sense of shame, regret, or humiliation.
Usage
"Ashamedly" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It indicates that the person performing the action feels ashamed about it. It often precedes or follows the verb it modifies.
Examples
- Adverb:
- He ashamedly admitted that he had lied. (He admitted he had lied, and his manner showed he felt shame about it.)
- She nodded ashamedly, unable to meet their eyes. (She nodded in a way that communicated her feeling of shame.)
- "I forgot your birthday," he said ashamedly. (He said it with a tone and expression of shame.)
Advanced Usage
- "To do something ashamedly": To perform an action while consciously feeling shame.
- He ashamedly accepted the award, knowing others deserved it more.
- Used to contrast a reluctant or guilt-ridden action with a proud or confident one.
- While some boasted of their exploits, he ashamedly recounted his failure.
Variants and Related Words
- Ashamed (adjective): Feeling shame or guilt.
- She felt ashamed of her behavior.
- Shame (noun/verb): The painful feeling or the act of causing this feeling.
- Shamefacedly (adverb): In a shamefaced manner; synonym for "ashamedly," often implying a downcast expression.
Synonyms
- Shamefacedly: With a showing of shame.
- Guiltily: In a manner feeling or showing guilt.
- Sheepishly: In an embarrassed or bashful manner, often due to mild shame.
Antonyms
- Proudly: With a feeling of pride.
- Unashamedly: Without any feeling of shame; boldly.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- "To hang one's head (ashamedly)": A physical idiom often associated with the manner described by "ashamedly."
- He hung his head ashamedly as the truth came out.
Adverb
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with a feeling of shame
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