Shameless: meaning, definitions and examples

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shameless

[ ˈʃeɪmləs ]

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behavior

Lacking a sense of shame; bold and unapologetic.

Synonyms

audacious, brazen, impudent

Examples of usage

She was shameless in her pursuit of wealth.
He made a shameless attempt to win her over.

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behavior

Showing no shame or embarrassment; unashamed.

Synonyms

bold, cheeky, unabashed

Examples of usage

He gave a shameless speech at the event.
The politician's shameless behavior shocked many.

Translations

Translations of the word "shameless" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desavergonhado

🇮🇳 बेशर्म (besharm)

🇩🇪 schamlos

🇮🇩 tanpa malu

🇺🇦 безсоромний

🇵🇱 bezwstydny

🇯🇵 恥知らず (hajishirazu)

🇫🇷 sans honte

🇪🇸 descarado

🇹🇷 utanmaz

🇰🇷 부끄러움 없는 (bukkeureoum eomneun)

🇸🇦 بلا خجل (bila khajal)

🇨🇿 nestydatý

🇸🇰 bez hanby

🇨🇳 无耻 (wúchǐ)

🇸🇮 brez sramu

🇮🇸 skammlaust

🇰🇿 ұятсыз (uyatsyz)

🇬🇪 უსირცხვილო (usirtskhvilo)

🇦🇿 utancaqlıqdan məhrum

🇲🇽 descarado

Word origin

The word 'shameless' dates back to the 14th century and originated from the Middle English 'shameles.' It combines 'shame' and the suffix '-less,' denoting a lack of shame. Over the centuries, 'shameless' has evolved to describe someone who is bold, audacious, or unapologetic in their actions, regardless of societal norms or expectations.