Ashamed
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Guilt Reflection
Use 'ashamed' when expressing personal guilt for your own actions or mistakes. She felt ashamed for breaking her mother's vase.
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Self-Disappointment
'Ashamed' often reflects a disappointment in oneself, not just fear of others' judgments. He was ashamed of his poor performance, even though nobody else knew.
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Severity Marker
'Deeply ashamed' indicates a strong feeling of guilt, used in serious or hurtful situations. After the scandal, the politician was deeply ashamed.