Shame
Shame
Shame (/ʃeɪm/) is a complex human emotion that can be described as a feeling of regret, guilt, or embarrassment after doing something wrong or dishonorable. It is often associated with a sense of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior.
Etymology
The term "shame" originates from the Old English word "scamu", which means "feeling of guilt or disgrace". It is related to the Old High German word "scama" and the Old Norse word "skǫmm".
Related Terms
- Guilt: An emotional state where one believes they have compromised their own standards of conduct or have violated a moral standard, and bears significant responsibility for that violation.
- Embarrassment: A feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness.
- Humiliation: A complex emotional state that involves feelings of degradation and subjugation, and may be associated with a loss of dignity or self-respect.
- Regret: A negative conscious and emotional reaction to personal past acts and behaviors.
- Dishonor: A state of shame or disgrace.
- Consciousness: The state of being aware; awareness to both internal thoughts and feelings and external surroundings.
- Behavior: The actions, reactions, or conduct of a person, group, or species.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Shame
- Wikipedia's article - Shame
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