What does bashful mean?
Bashful means Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid..
Bashful
[ˈbæʃfəɫ] · adjective
Meaning
Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid..
Definitions by Sense
- Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid.
- Indicating bashfulness.
Example Sentences
a bashful look
“Have you done something to your hair?” “I just ran a comb through it,” shrugged the vicar. “Well, it looks delightful.” “How delightful of you to say so.” Auntie Flip and the vicar shared bashful grins. Frank had never witnessed his babysitter behave like this before.
Synonyms for bashful
Antonyms for bashful
Related Words
Word Forms
- more bashful
- most bashful
- bashfull
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for bashful?
Common synonyms include shy, blushful, sheepish, timid.
What is the opposite of bashful?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use bashful in a sentence?
a bashful look
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