Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
for-shame
interjection
/fɔr-ʃeɪm/
Definition
A term used to express disappointment or reproach toward someone’s actions, often implying that they should feel embarrassed or guilty about their behavior.
Examples
- “For-shame, you should have known better than to lie to your friends.”
- “He acted selfishly, and for-shame, he didn’t apologize for his mistake.”
- “It’s for-shame that she treated him that way in public.”
Meaning
‘For-shame’ conveys a sense of moral disapproval or social condemnation. It is usually said to indicate that a person has behaved in a way that is considered disgraceful or shameful.
Synonyms
- shame on you
- for shame
- that’s disgraceful
