Shāme'fŭl, a.

a. [From shame and full.] 1. Bringing shame or disgrace; injurious to reputation; scandalous; disgraceful. His naval preparations were not more surprising than his quick and shameful retreat. Arbuthnot. 2. Raising shame in others; indecent. “Most shameful sight.” Spencer. Syn. — Disgraceful; reproachful; indecent; unbecoming; degrading; scandalous; ignominious; infamous.