hang one's head

Definitions

To lower one's head as a sign of shame, guilt, or embarrassment.

To display dejection, sorrow, or a sense of defeat through one's posture.

Examples

He had to hang his head in shame after realizing he had made such a careless mistake.

The defeated athlete began to hang his head as he walked off the field.

Synonyms

bow one's head look dejected show shame droop in defeat feel crestfallen

Antonyms

hold one's head high stand tall look proud be triumphant show confidence