Blush: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is often used to describe a light red or pink color on someone's face, typically due to feelings of embarrassment, shyness, or even slight happiness.

• She didn't know what to say, so she just looked down and blushed.
• He made her blush with his compliment.

Flush can describe a face that becomes red due to sudden emotions such as excitement or exertion. It is also used to indicate a rich supply of something.

• His face flushed with excitement when he heard the news.
• She felt a rush of blood and a warm flush creeping up her cheeks.

Redden means to turn red or become red. It is often used in contexts where something physically changes color, either due to emotion or temperature.

• His cheeks reddened in embarrassment.
• The leaves begin to redden in the fall.

Crimson refers to a deep, rich red color. It can describe someone’s face but is more often used to describe the color itself, usually in literary or poetic contexts.

• The sky turned a beautiful crimson as the sun set.
• Her face was crimson with anger.

Used in the same manner as the previous 'blush,' emphasizing the physical reaction of turning red.

• Her face started to blush when she answered the question
• When he looked at her, she couldn't help but blush

Often describes a sudden reddening of the face or skin, usually due to strong emotions like anger, excitement, or exertion. It can have a slightly negative connotation.

• He flushed with anger when he was accused wrongly
• She felt her face flush with excitement as she accepted the award

This is a more general term and can refer to changes in facial color from various emotions such as anger, embarrassment, or excitement.

• His face colored with excitement at the news
• She tried not to let her face color when she heard the joke

Usually refers to a warm, healthy redness or brightness in someone's face, often due to happiness or good health. It has a positive connotation.

• Her face had a healthy glow after the walk
• He was glowing with happiness on his wedding day