shameless
adjective
shame·less ˈshām-ləs 
1
: having no shame : insensible to disgrace
a shameless braggart
2
: showing lack of shame
the shameless exploitation of workers
shamelessly adverb
shamelessness noun
Synonyms
- unabashed
- unashamed
- unblushing
- unembarrassed
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Example Sentences
The actor made a shameless plug for his movie. a shameless display of poor sportsmanship
Recent Examples on the Web It’s because the shameless tactic too often works with juries. 
Erika D. Smithcolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2022 In one particularly shameless scene, Koy actually grabs the microphone and starts doing his act. Joey Morona, cleveland, 4 Aug. 2022 It should be recognized, however, that such shameless use of one’s expert reputation is not limited to former government officials. WSJ, 30 May 2022 Not a shameless woman, una sinvergüenza, but una sin vergüenza glorious in her skin. Sandra Cisneros, The New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2022 If previous seasons are anything to go by, there'll be plenty of partner swapping, steamy action and love, of course, to satisfy our shameless need for escapist television. Alicia Vrajlal, refinery29.com, 28 July 2022 Thousands of people gathered in Manila to protest Mr. Duterte’s decision, which many saw as a shameless attempt to help rehabilitate the Marcos family name. New York Times, 7 June 2022 The shameless, irresponsible yet hugely popular lineup of Tucker Carlson, Hannity and Laura Ingraham once again either ignored or belittled the hearings. Bill Goodykoontz, USA TODAY, 22 July 2022 The shameless, irresponsible, yet hugely popular lineup of Tucker Carlson, Hannity and Laura Ingraham once again either ignored or belittled the hearings. Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 21 July 2022 See More
Erika D. Smithcolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2022 In one particularly shameless scene, Koy actually grabs the microphone and starts doing his act. Joey Morona, cleveland, 4 Aug. 2022 It should be recognized, however, that such shameless use of one’s expert reputation is not limited to former government officials. WSJ, 30 May 2022 Not a shameless woman, una sinvergüenza, but una sin vergüenza glorious in her skin. Sandra Cisneros, The New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2022 If previous seasons are anything to go by, there'll be plenty of partner swapping, steamy action and love, of course, to satisfy our shameless need for escapist television. Alicia Vrajlal, refinery29.com, 28 July 2022 Thousands of people gathered in Manila to protest Mr. Duterte’s decision, which many saw as a shameless attempt to help rehabilitate the Marcos family name. New York Times, 7 June 2022 The shameless, irresponsible yet hugely popular lineup of Tucker Carlson, Hannity and Laura Ingraham once again either ignored or belittled the hearings. Bill Goodykoontz, USA TODAY, 22 July 2022 The shameless, irresponsible, yet hugely popular lineup of Tucker Carlson, Hannity and Laura Ingraham once again either ignored or belittled the hearings. Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 21 July 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
shameless
adjective
shame·less ˈshām-ləs
: having no shame
a shameless liar
shameless
adjective
1
as in unabashed
not embarrassed or ashamed she's truly shameless in the seemingly endless self-promotion of herself Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- unabashed
- unashamed
- proud
- brazen
- unembarrassed
- unblushing
- impudent
- prideful
- insolent
- saucy
- cheeky
- unrepentant
- brassy
- unapologetic
- undaunted
- undeterred
- remorseless
- unflinching
- undismayed
- bold
- unblinking
- impenitent
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- sheepish
- embarrassed
- shamefaced
- abashed
- shamed
- hangdog
- mortified
- confused
- discomfited
- nonplussed
- ashamed
- sorry
- disconcerted
- confounded
- apologetic
- flustered
- nonplused
- repentant
- remorseful
- penitent
- contrite
- rattled
- discountenanced
- fazed
2
as in ruthless
not sorry for having done wrong a shameless exploiter of impoverished workers in overseas sweatshops Synonyms & Similar Words
- ruthless
- unrepentant
- unashamed
- cruel
- remorseless
- merciless
- immoral
- evil
- pitiless
- vicious
- impenitent
- nefarious
- vile
- villainous
- callous
- heartless
- compassionless
- iniquitous
- unmerciful
- soulless
- wicked
- reprobate
- unrighteous
- inhuman
- inhumane
- unregenerate
- obdurate
- unfeeling
- hard-hearted
- cold-blooded
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- guilty
- sorry
- apologetic
- regretful
- repentant
- remorseful
- shamed
- rueful
- penitent
- contrite
- compunctious
- shamefaced
- ashamed
- hangdog
- sympathetic
- charitable
- merciful
- compassionate
- sensitive
- warm
- humane
- softhearted
- tenderhearted
- warmhearted
- tender