Public Discourse Vocabulary

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

  • The concept of flight shame has gained traction as more people become aware of the environmental impact of air travel.
  • I can't shake off this feeling of flight shame every time I book a plane ticket.
  • I've been hit with a serious case of flight shame lately, so I'm considering taking the train instead.
  • Her flight shame weighed heavily on her conscience, prompting her to explore alternative modes of transportation.