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shamefacedly

[ ˈʃeɪmˌfeɪsɪdli ]

Adverb

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

in a shameful or embarrassed manner

Shamefacedly is an adverb that describes someone doing something in a way that shows they feel embarrassed or guilty. It is often used to convey a sense of shame or embarrassment in a subtle or understated manner. The term 'shamefacedly' implies a sense of self-consciousness or unease about one's actions.

Synonyms

apologetically, guiltily, sheepishly.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
shamefacedly	This word is used when someone is feeling or showing a sense of shame or embarrassment. It often involves a modest or downcast demeanor. She spoke shamefacedly about her mistake. He looked shamefacedly at the floor, unable to meet their eyes.
guiltily	This word is used when someone is feeling guilt or responsibility for a wrong action. It conveys a sense of remorse or culpability. He looked guiltily at the broken vase. She admitted guiltily that she had eaten the last piece of cake.
sheepishly	This word is used when someone is feeling embarrassed or awkward, often due to having done something foolish or awkward. It involves a timid or self-conscious manner. He smiled sheepishly after spilling his drink. She waved sheepishly when she realized she was in the wrong classroom.
apologetically	This word is used when someone is expressing regret or sorry for something they have done. It involves an apologetic tone or gesture. He smiled apologetically when he realized he had taken her seat. She apologetically explained why she was late.

Examples of usage

She shamefacedly admitted her mistake.
He looked at her shamefacedly, unable to meet her eyes.
The child apologized shamefacedly for breaking the vase.
They left the room shamefacedly after being caught gossiping.

Translations

Translations of the word "shamefacedly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 envergonhadamente

🇮🇳 शर्मिंदगी से

🇩🇪 schamhaft

🇮🇩 malu-malu

🇺🇦 засоромлено

🇵🇱 ze wstydem

🇯🇵 恥ずかしそうに

🇫🇷 honteusement

🇪🇸 avergonzadamente

🇹🇷 utançla

🇰🇷 부끄럽게

🇸🇦 بخجل

🇨🇿 zahanbeně

🇸🇰 zahanbene

🇨🇳 羞愧地

🇸🇮 sramotno

🇮🇸 skömmust

🇰🇿 ұялшақтықпен

🇬🇪 შერცხვენილად

🇦🇿 utancaqlıqla

🇲🇽 avergonzadamente

Etymology

The word 'shamefacedly' is derived from the combination of 'shamefaced' and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Shamefaced' dates back to the late 16th century and has its origins in the Middle English word 'shamefast', meaning 'modest' or 'self-conscious'. The addition of the '-ly' suffix transforms 'shamefaced' into an adverb, indicating the manner in which an action is performed with a sense of shame or embarrassment.