ashamedly

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /əˈʃeɪmɪdli/

KK: /əˈʃeɪmɪdli/

adverb

Definition

In a way that shows you feel embarrassed or guilty about something you have done.

Example

She smiled ashamedly after realizing her mistake.

Conversation

I ashamedly admitted that I forgot your birthday this year.

It's okay, it happens to the best of us.

I just feel really bad for not remembering it.

Don't worry about it! We can celebrate together next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

bashfully

sheepishly

guiltily

Antonyms

proudly

confidently

unashamedly

Root Explanation

Ashamedly → It is formed from "ashamed" (from Old English "ascamian", meaning to feel shame) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "ashamedly" means in a manner that shows shame or embarrassment.

Memory Tip

Think of feeling 'shame' ('ashamed') and doing so 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'ashamedly' means to act in a way that shows you feel shame.

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