Synonyms for

Shameless

Verb / ˈʃeɪmlʌs / Another word for shameless — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

without shame or embarrassment; having no sense of shame

Synonyms & similar words

unblushing brazen bold impudent audacious presumptuous unabashed unashamed unembarrassed cheeky forward insolent rude arrogant cocky overconfident self-assured self-confident immodest egocentric egotistical

Synonyms by register

Formal

unabashed brazen audacious impudent

Informal

bold-faced cheeky brass-necked in-your-face

Literary

brazen-faced impudent effrontery

Antonyms

modest bashful humble shy reserved diffident meek

Common collocations

  • shameless ambition
  • shameless greed
  • shameless behavior
  • shameless plug
  • shameless display
  • shameless disregard
  • shameless act

Word family

noun shamelessness
adverb shamelessly

Usage note

Shameless often carries a negative connotation, implying a lack of moral restraint or a disregard for social norms. It can be used to describe actions or attitudes that are considered unacceptable or offensive.

Example sentences

  1. The shameless thief stole the purse right in front of the cashier.
  2. My little sister is shameless and will eat all the cookies without sharing.
  3. The politician was shameless in his lies and promises.
  4. The actors shameless self-promotion on social media was annoying.
  5. She had the shameless audacity to interrupt the boss during the meeting.

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