Synonyms for "ashamed"
13 kid-friendly synonyms for ashamed, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "ashamed" mean?
The word ashamed is an adjective that means: feeling bad about something you did.
Example: "He was ashamed of his mess."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for ashamed
Younger kids can use these in place of "ashamed":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for ashamed
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for ashamed
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of ashamed (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of ashamed:
FAQ — synonyms for ashamed
What is a good synonym for ashamed in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try sorry. For older students, "embarrassed" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does ashamed have?
We list 13 grade-appropriate synonyms for ashamed across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is ashamed a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, ashamed is used as an adjective.
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