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pity vs shame

shame vs pity

pity and shame both are nouns.

pity and shame both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pity Yes No Yes No
shame Yes No Yes No
As nouns, pity and shame are synonyms defined as:
  • pity and shame: an unfortunate development
pity (noun) shame (noun)
the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it an unfortunate development
an unfortunate development a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt
a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others a state of dishonor
pity (verb) shame (verb)
share the suffering of surpass or beat by a wide margin
cause to be ashamed
bring shame or dishonor upon
compel through a sense of shame
Difference between pity and shame

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