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consider shameful
[kənˈsɪdər ˈʃeɪmfəl]
verb phrase
considerar vergonhoso
1.
to regard or think of something as bringing shame or dishonor
Many cultures consider it shameful to break a promise.
Muitas culturas consideram vergonhoso quebrar uma promessa.
2.
to judge or evaluate something as dishonorable or disreputable
She considered his behavior shameful and cut off contact.
Ela considerou seu comportamento vergonhoso e cortou o contato.
Synonyms
deem shameful
regard as shameful
find shameful
judge shameful
view as dishonorable
Antonyms
consider honorable
regard as praiseworthy
deem respectable
view favorably
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
considerar vergonhoso
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
achar vergonhoso
colloquial alternative using 'achar'
Rio de Janeiro
considerar de má reputação
emphasizes reputation aspect
Portugal
considerar vergonhoso
standard European Portuguese equivalent
Related Idioms & Phrases
to lose face
to bring dishonor upon
beneath contempt
unworthy of respect
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