Shame

5 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A painful feeling of humiliation caused by wrong or foolish behavior.

“She felt shame after realizing her mistake.”

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Strong word with SH start, common vowels A, E, and M.

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Worth 10 points; H provides good value for short word.

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