to shame

verbregional/ɐ.fɾuˈɲaɾ/rare

a·fro·nhar

Definition

(Regional) To shame, cause embarrassment to someone; to reprimand severely.

Don't shame him in public, he already feels bad.

The mother shamed her son for lying.

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Possivelmente derivado de 'fronha' (capa de almofada) ou relacionado com 'afrontar' (envergonhar).