abash (Meaning)
abash (v)
cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious
abash (v. t.)
To destroy the self-possession of; to confuse or confound, as by exciting suddenly a consciousness of guilt, mistake, or inferiority; to put to shame; to disconcert; to discomfit.
Synonyms & Antonyms of abash
abash Sentence Examples
- The unexpected question seemed to abash the usually confident speaker.
- Her ability to speak multiple languages fluently did not abash her; instead, she embraced cultural diversity.
- The constructive criticism did not abash him; he saw it as an opportunity for improvement.
- Despite the challenging task, she faced it without a hint of abashment, showcasing her determination.
- The public speaker maintained her composure, refusing to let the large audience abash her.
- His genuine compliment did not abash her; instead, it brought a smile to her face.
- The awkward situation momentarily abashed the newcomer at the social gathering.
- The teacher encouraged questions, aiming not to abash any student with concerns.
- Even in the face of failure, he refused to be abashed, viewing setbacks as stepping stones.
- Despite the unexpected arrival of guests, she didn't allow the messy house to abash her hospitality.
FAQs About the word abash
cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-consciousTo destroy the self-possession of; to confuse or confound, as by exciting suddenly a consciousness of guilt
rattle,embarrass, confuse, disconcert, fluster, discountenance,mortify, discomfit, distress, faze
encourage, comfort, console, comfort, soothe, encourage, relieve, calm,relieve, console
The unexpected question seemed to abash the usually confident speaker.
Her ability to speak multiple languages fluently did not abash her; instead, she embraced cultural diversity.
The constructive criticism did not abash him; he saw it as an opportunity for improvement.
Despite the challenging task, she faced it without a hint of abashment, showcasing her determination.
