Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abash
verb
/əˈbæʃ/
Definition
To make someone feel embarrassed or ashamed.
Examples
- She was abashed by the unexpected compliment.
- His rude comments abashed her in front of the group.
Meaning
To cause someone to feel self-conscious or uncomfortable.
Synonyms
- embarrass
- shame
- disconcert
- mortify
