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abashed
This term describes a specific blend of embarrassment and loss of confidence, often occurring when someone is suddenly exposed or caught in an awkward position. It carries a stronger sense of being "thrown off balance" or disconcerted than simple shyness, implying a momentary paralysis of social poise.
In terms of register, it is more formal and literary than "embarrassed." While "embarrassed" is used in everyday conversation for any awkward situation, "abashed" typically appears in written narratives or formal speech to describe a deeper, more internalized feeling of shame or humility.
Meanings
Feeling embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed.
He looks abashed.
Examples
He looked completely abashed when his mistake was pointed out in front of the whole team.
I felt abashed by the sudden silence that followed my clumsy comment.
Why are you so abashed? It was just a small slip of the tongue.
She stood there abashed, unable to meet his eyes after the argument.
I hope I did not seem too abashed during the interview.
He gave an abashed smile and quickly apologized for the interruption.
The young squire felt abashed in the presence of the high king.
I was momentarily abashed by her blunt honesty.
I was momentarily abashed by her blunt honesty.