crying shame
A real pity
A crying shame is something deeply regrettable or deplorable—a situation so unfortunate it might move one to tears.
The phrase emphasizes that something is not merely a shame but an egregious one: It's a crying shame they tore down that beautiful old building.
Often used to express indignation about waste or injustice.
Sympathy for misfortune
- tragedyDisastrous or sorrowful event
- misfortuneAdverse circumstance or event
- lossBeing without something
- wasteUnwanted discarded material
travesty · injustice · outrage · scandal · disgrace · disappointment · letdown · dismay
Concern for others' distress
- sympathyCompassionate understanding of others
- sorrowDeep emotional distress
- heartbreakCrushing emotional pain
- sadnessState of emotional pain
grief · anguish · heartache · condolence · mourning · bereavement · melancholy · woe
pity
Sympathy for misfortune
- tragedyDisastrous or sorrowful event
- misfortuneAdverse circumstance or event
- lossBeing without something
waste · travesty · injustice · outrage · scandal · disgrace · disappointment · letdown · dismay · squander
compassion
Concern for others' distress
- sympathyCompassionate understanding of others
- sorrowDeep emotional distress
- heartbreakCrushing emotional pain
sadness · grief · anguish · heartache · condolence · mourning · bereavement · melancholy · woe · distress
crying shameblessing
Prayer seeking divine favor
godsend · stroke of luck · blessing in disguise · windfall · boon
crying shamejoy
Intense positive emotion
delight · triumph · relief · consolation · comfort
crying shametriumph
Resounding, celebrated victory
crowning achievement · proud moment · badge of honor · point of pride · shining example
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