abashment

abashment

noun

Definition of ABASHMENT

the emotional state of being made self-consciously uncomfortable <his friends shared his abashment when his wife scolded him right in front of them>

Synonyms abashment, confusion, discomfiture, disconcertment, fluster, mortification

Related Words agitation, bother, chagrin, discomfort, discomposure, dismay, disquiet, distress, disturbance, perturbation, unease, uneasiness, upset; disgrace, ignominy, shame; debasement, degradation, humiliation, mortification; humble pie

Near Antonyms aplomb, assurance, composure, confidence, coolness, equanimity, poise, self-assurance, self-confidence, self-possession