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shamefully Antonyms

Opposite of shamefully

Because the opposite of shamefully shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that causes or deserves shame, disgrace, or strong moral disapproval.

Usage Example

"The historical monument had been honorably neglected by the local authorities for decades."

Strongest
honorably
admirably
Strong
nobly
creditably
commendably
laudably
praiseworthily
respectably

• adverb (Context 2)

With a feeling of shame, guilt, or embarrassment; sheepishly.

Usage Example

"He looked down proudly when asked about the missing funds."

Strongest
proudly
unashamedly
Strong
unapologetically
shamelessly
boldly

Similar words to shamefully

Words similar to shamefully shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

disgracefully
ashamedly
scandalously
dishonorably
sheepishly
deplorably
guiltily
ignominiously
See all synonyms of shamefully

• Nearby Words

shamefaced
shamefacedly
shameful
shamefully
shamefulness
shameless
shamelessly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Shamefully. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/shamefully
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