Abashedly: meaning, definitions and examples
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abashedly
[ əˈbæʃ.ɪd.li ]
expressing embarrassment
Abashedly is an adverb used to describe an action done in a way that shows embarrassment or self-consciousness. It implies a feeling of shame or awkwardness, usually in response to a social situation. When someone acts abashedly, they may show signs of blushing, avoiding eye contact, or fidgeting. This word often conveys a sense of humility or regret, indicating that the individual feels uneasy about their actions or circumstances.
Synonyms
embarrassingly, self-consciously, shamefacedly.
Examples of usage
- She smiled abashedly after realizing her mistake.
- He looked abashedly at the ground when he was caught eavesdropping.
- She spoke abashedly, admitting her faults to the group.
- He abashedly accepted the compliment, unsure of how to respond.
Translations
Translations of the word "abashedly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 envergonhadamente
🇮🇳 शर्मिंदा होकर
🇩🇪 verlegen
🇮🇩 dengan malu
🇺🇦 сором'язливо
🇵🇱 zawstydzony
🇯🇵 恥ずかしそうに
🇫🇷 gênément
🇪🇸 con vergüenza
🇹🇷 utanç içinde
🇰🇷 부끄럽게
🇸🇦 بخجل
🇨🇿 ostýchavě
🇸🇰 zahanbene
🇨🇳 尴尬地
🇸🇮 sramotno
🇮🇸 skömmugur
🇰🇿 ұялып
🇬🇪 დაბნეულად
🇦🇿 utanclı şəkildə
🇲🇽 con vergüenza
Etymology
The word 'abashedly' comes from the verb 'abash', which originates from the Middle English 'abashen', related to the Old French 'abacier', meaning to confuse or disconcert. This, in turn, can be traced back to the Latin 'bassare', which means to lower or to be humbled. The adverbial form '-ly' has been added to form 'abashedly', indicating the manner of the action. The term has evolved to signify not just confusion but a deeper sense of embarrassment or shame, reflecting the social and psychological dimensions of human interaction. Throughout history, the use of 'abashedly' has maintained its core meaning, often appearing in literature and conversations where the expression of personal feelings is central to understanding characters or situations.