Flight Shame

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /flaɪt ʃeɪm/

Definitions of flight shame

noun a feeling of guilt or embarrassment caused by the environmental impact of flying on an airplane

Example Sentences

A1 I feel flight shame when I think about the environmental impact of flying.

A2 Many people are starting to experience flight shame and are choosing more eco-friendly modes of transportation.

B1 Flight shame has led some individuals to reduce their air travel and opt for train journeys instead.

B2 The concept of flight shame has gained popularity as more people become aware of the carbon footprint of air travel.

C1 Despite experiencing flight shame, some business travelers find it difficult to cut down on flying due to work commitments.

C2 Flight shame has prompted me to explore alternative ways of traveling long distances, such as sailing or taking the train.

Examples of flight shame in a Sentence

formal The concept of flight shame has gained traction as more people become aware of the environmental impact of air travel.

informal I can't shake off this feeling of flight shame every time I book a plane ticket.

slang I've been hit with a serious case of flight shame lately, so I'm considering taking the train instead.

figurative Her flight shame weighed heavily on her conscience, prompting her to explore alternative modes of transportation.

Grammatical Forms of flight shame

past tense

flights shamed

plural

flight shames

comparative

more flight shamed

superlative

most flight shamed

present tense

is flight shaming

future tense

will shame flights

perfect tense

has flight shamed

continuous tense

is flight shaming

singular

flight shame

positive degree

flight shame

infinitive

to flight shame

gerund

flight shaming

participle

shamed flights

Origin and Evolution of flight shame

First Known Use: 2018 year
Language of Origin: Swedish
Story behind the word: The term 'flight shame' originated in Sweden as 'flygskam' in response to the environmental impact of air travel.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe the feeling of guilt or embarrassment associated with flying due to its contribution to carbon emissions, the term has gained international recognition and sparked discussions on sustainable travel practices.