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Abashed

Verb / ʌˈbæʃt / Another word for abashed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Embarrassed or ashamed and unable to act or speak normally as a result.

Synonyms & similar words

chagrined abash embarrassed embarrass ashamed embarrassed humiliated mortified chagrined disconcerted discomfited flustered rattled unnerved confounded confused fazed gravelled nonplussed perplexed puzzled shaken startled

Example sentences

  1. I was so abashed when I tripped and fell in front of everyone.
  2. The boy felt abashed when he forgot his lines in the school play.
  3. She was abashed when she realized she had worn mismatched shoes to work.
  4. The teacher's stern reprimand left the student feeling abashed.
  5. He was abashed by his own ignorance when he couldn't answer the question.

Quotes

  • I was too abashed to do anything but nod my head.
  • I was abashed by the unexpectedness of his compliment.
  • I was rather abashed, fearing people might think I was making fun of them.

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