Meaning & use
shamer
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A person who shames or humiliates someone else, especially publicly, for perceived faults or behavior.
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The article criticized online shamers who target strangers over minor mistakes.
She refused to let internet shamers affect how she dressed.
A note on using this word
Shamer is most often seen today in compound terms like 'body shamer' or 'fat shamer,' describing someone who publicly criticizes others' appearance or choices.
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