Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a dirty shame
phrase
/ə ˈdɜrti ʃeɪm/
Definition
A regret or embarrassment about a situation or action that is considered undesirable or unfortunate.
Examples
- It’s a dirty shame that they had to cancel the concert last minute.
- She said it was a dirty shame that the project didn’t receive the funding it deserved.
Meaning
Usually expressed to describe a situation that is so unfortunate that it provokes a feeling of remorse or sadness.
Synonyms
- unfortunate
- regrettable
- pitiful
