Shamefaced (adjective)

Feeling ashamed, typically because of one"s actions, and showing this through one"s expression or demeanor.

Origin:

From shame + faced.

Examples:

  1. He walked into the room with a shamefaced expression.
  2. She was shamefaced when she realized she had made a mistake.
  3. He was shamefaced after he was caught stealing.
  4. She was shamefaced when she was told that her behaviour was unacceptable.
  5. He was shamefaced when he had to apologize for his mistake.
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