Definition of "ashamed"

Kid-friendly meaning of ashamed, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "ashamed" mean?

ashamed (adjective) — feeling bad about something you did.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables2 (a·shamed)

Example sentences using "ashamed"

Grade K–2
He was ashamed of his mess.
Grade 3–5
She was ashamed that she had not told the truth about the broken window.
Grade 6–8
He felt ashamed of how he had spoken to his teammate and went out of his way to apologize the next morning.

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