Sheepish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈʃiːpɪʃ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Sheepish is an adjective meaning Having the characteristics of a sheep, as meekness, shyness, or docility.
Meaning
Having the characteristics of a sheep, as meekness, shyness, or docility.
More Meanings
- Shy, meek, ashamed or embarrassed.
Example Sentences
a sheepish girl
a sheepish grin
“King Ty? Your sister is back.” “I don't want to talk to her unless she's here to apologize. Does she look sheepish?” “I guess I've seen a sheep in a cage before, so, yeah, kind of.”
Synonyms for sheepish
Depending on context, synonyms include docile, shamefaced, sheeplike.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sheeplike, shamefaced, docile, ashamed, ovine, timid.
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