Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
name-and-shame
noun
/neɪm ənd ʃeɪm/
Definition
A practice of publicly identifying and criticizing individuals or organizations for their wrongdoings or unethical behavior.
Examples
- The organization decided to name-and-shame companies that were polluting the river.
- In her blog, she chose to name-and-shame those who swindled vulnerable customers.
Meaning
To expose someone or something for their bad actions by revealing their identity, often in a public or social context.
Synonyms
- public shaming
- outing
- naming
- exposing
