shamelessly

Lacking any remorse

Shamelessly means without shame or embarrassment, especially when shame might be expected.

It often describes bold or brazen behavior that others might find inappropriate: She shamelessly promoted her own book at the funeral.

The word can carry disapproval or grudging admiration, depending on context: He shamelessly flirted with everyone at the party.

brazen

unabashedly

Without any embarrassment

unblushing · flagrantly · blatantly · openly · boldly · defiantly · audaciously · impudently · insolently · impertinently

excess

outrageously

To an excessive degree

glaringly · conspicuously · notoriously · scandalously · wantonly · recklessly · extravagantly · ostentatiously · flamboyantly · gratuitously

uninhibited

freely

Without restriction or hindrance

uninhibitedly · unselfconsciously · candidly · frankly · transparently · outspokenly · forthrightly · unashamedly · guiltlessly · remorseless

Opposites
shame/guilt expression

shamelesslyashamedly

Feeling guilt or disgrace

shamefacedly · contritely · penitently · remorsefully · repentantly

boldness/inhibition

shamelesslybashfully

In a shy manner

timidly · shyly · self-consciously · diffidently · meekly

modesty/discretion

shamelesslymodestly

In humble manner

discreetly · demurely · decorously · circumspectly · reservedly

Family

shameless, shamelessness

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G