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reproach vs shame

shame vs reproach

reproach and shame both are nouns.

reproach and shame both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reproach Yes No Yes No
shame Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shame is a hypernym of reproach; that is, shame is a word with a broader meaning than reproach:
  • reproach: disgrace or shame
  • shame: a state of dishonor
Other hypernyms of reproach include disgrace, ignominy.
reproach (noun) shame (noun)
a mild rebuke or criticism an unfortunate development
disgrace or shame a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt
a state of dishonor
reproach (verb) shame (verb)
express criticism towards surpass or beat by a wide margin
cause to be ashamed
bring shame or dishonor upon
compel through a sense of shame
Difference between reproach and shame

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