shameful
schändlich – schändlicher – am schändlichsten
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shameful
In a way that is disgraceful or provokes strong moral disapproval; dishonorable and reprehensible.
Sein schändliches Verhalten gegenüber den Kindern empörte alle.
His shameful behavior toward the children outraged everyone.
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| comparative | schändlicher |
| superlative | am schändlichsten |
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'Schändlich' (shameful) belongs to the word family of 'Schande' (shame / disgrace). This connection helps you recognize the word as expressing an especially strong moral judgment.
Die schändliche Tat beschäftigte die Menschen noch lange.
The shameful act occupied people's thoughts for a long time.
'Schändlich' (shameful) frequently appears with words such as 'Verhalten' (behavior), 'Tat' (act), 'Behandlung' (treatment), and 'Ausbeutung' (exploitation). It especially often describes actions through which someone is deliberately humiliated or seriously harmed.
Die schändliche Behandlung der Gefangenen wurde öffentlich kritisiert.
The shameful treatment of the prisoners was publicly criticized.
'Schändlich' (shameful) expresses a strong judgment and often sounds elevated or accusatory in a public context. The word is therefore especially suitable for moral criticism in speeches, commentaries, and written texts.
Viele Bürger hielten die schändliche Entscheidung für einen schweren Fehler.
Many citizens considered the shameful decision a serious mistake.
