What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unashamedly
Example
He unashamedly admitted that he had cheated on the test. [unashamedly: adverb]
Example
She unashamedly pursued her dreams, despite what others thought. [unashamedly: adverb]
shamelessly
Example
He shamelessly lied to his boss to get out of work. [shamelessly: adverb]
Example
She shamelessly flirted with her friend's boyfriend, despite knowing it was wrong. [shamelessly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Shamelessly is more commonly used than unashamedly in everyday language, especially in informal contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unashamedly and shamelessly?
Unashamedly may be considered more formal or literary than shamelessly, which is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
