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unashamed

adjective

Simple meaning

Feeling or showing no shame, embarrassment or remorse.

Pronunciation

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uhnuhshaymd

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ənəˈʃeɪmd

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Definition

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adjective

  1. Feeling or showing no shame, embarrassment or remorse

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

This meaning: Feeling or showing no shame, embarrassment or remorse

Used this way, unashamed is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Slightly positive
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Moderate
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Positive and appreciative
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Similar Words, What’s the Difference?

Close in meaning, but not always interchangeable.

  • shameless

    Having no shame, no guilt nor remorse over something considered wrong.

  • unabashed

    Not disconcerted or embarrassed.

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Synonyms

Sense: feeling or showing no shame or embarrassment or remorse

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