blush

noun

\ ˈbləsh

Definition of blush

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : outward appearance : view at first blush

2 : a reddening of the face especially from shame, modesty, or confusion

3 : a red or rosy tint

4 : a cosmetic applied to the face to give a usually pink color or to accent the cheekbones

blush

verb

blushed; blushing; blushes

Definition of blush (Entry 2 of 2)

intransitive verb

1 : to become red in the face especially from shame, modesty, or confusion

2 : to feel shame or embarrassment

3 : to have a rosy or fresh color : bloom

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Synonyms for blush

Synonyms: Noun

bloom, color, flush

Synonyms: Verb

bloom, color, crimson, flush, glow, redden

Examples of blush in a Sentence

Noun

The comment brought a blush to her cheeks. The fruit is yellow, with a blush of pink. She put on a little lipstick and blush.

Verb

He blushed at the compliment. I blush to admit it, but you've caught me in an error.

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

In celebration of the product's 20th anniversary, Nars has returned with an entire collection centered around their Orgasm blush. — Lauren Rearick, Teen Vogue, "Nars Created a Makeup Line Inspired by Their Orgasm Blush," 9 Apr. 2019 Between Sabrina's new white-blonde hair, Shipka's pale skin, and the bright camera lights, Stafford-Bridge has had to pump up her blush for the second half of the season. — Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina," 5 Apr. 2019 And on her cheeks, Tejada applied blush in Pretty Coral, also from Bobbi Brown. — Jillian Ruffo, PEOPLE.com, "Kylie Jenner Felt 'So Gorgeous' for Her Post-Baby Red Carpet Debut at the 2018 Met Gala," 8 May 2018 The blush color symbolizes the tone of an English rose, and Posen was specifically inspired by the the White Rose of York. — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, "Princess Eugenie Looks Gorgeous In a Blush Reception Dress By Zac Posen," 13 Oct. 2018 According to the Palace, the blush color is a reference to an English rose. — Krystin Arneson, Glamour, "Princess Eugenie Broke Royal Tradition With Her Second Wedding Dress," 13 Oct. 2018 The blush color lent a feminine slant that was amped up by bows on each shoulder. — Edward Barsamian, Vogue, "Katie Holmes Debuts a Cool New Look, Just in Time for Labor Day," 30 Aug. 2018 Striking the difficult balance between formal and modern cool, Meghan’s House of Nonie trench was a similar blush color to her Young Leaders Awards Prada dress. — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, "Meghan Markle's House of Nonie Dusky Pink Trench Is a Throwback to Her Former Style," 17 July 2018 The circumference of the Trouping hat also appears to be smaller, while the blush color looks identical. — Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE.com, "The Great Hat Debate: Was Meghan Markle's Trooping the Colour Topper a Royal Re-Wear?," 11 June 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

Fall 2019 offered a few standout options for daring brides: Vera Wang’s ice-blue tulle number and jet-jeweled bra was a bold departure from bridal white, ditto Marchesa’s first-ever blush pink gown. — Emily Farra, Vogue, "Fall 2019’s Top 7 Bridal Trends, from Major Sleeves to Gowns à la Meghan Markle," 19 Oct. 2018 That's silly, of course, seeing as the company has launched Kylighters, eyeshadow palettes, blushes, concealers, and more—and is on track to be a billion dollar company by the time Jenner turns 21. — Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kylie Jenner Stepped Out With Smaller Lips and She Looks Great," 23 July 2018 First, Shevchenko levelled with just three minutes to go, before Lampard's stoppage time header squeezed over the line to spare the Blues blushes, sending the holders through to the last eight. — SI.com, "Chelsea vs Leicester Preview: Classic Encounter, Recent Form, Team News & More," 12 Jan. 2018 Conversely, no one needed to be printed in a magazine to be considered an authority on the newest foundations, blushes, and bronzers. — Alex Abad-santos, Vox, "Laura Lee, Jeffree Star, and the racism scandal upending the YouTube beauty community, explained," 28 Aug. 2018 Chinese controllers can thus squeeze out the minority on terms that would make American controllers blush. — Jesse M. Fried And Matthew Schoenfeld, WSJ, "Will China Cheat American Investors?," 13 Dec. 2018 Gigi Hadid also shared her support for the photo, leaving a blushing emoji in the comments. — Lauren Rearick, Teen Vogue, "Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson's Cutest Social Media Moments So Far," 1 June 2018 The film festival is all about the bellini: a mix of blushing pink peach juice and sparkling wine, first invented here in Venice in the 30s by the barman at Harry’s Bar. — Skye Mcalpine, Vogue, "An Insider’s Guide to Navigating Venice During the Film Festival," 28 Aug. 2018 Kjaer Weis cream blushes, RMS Living Luminizer and Reverie Milk. — Fiorella Valdesolo, WSJ, "3 Skincare Experts on Their Favorite Things," 23 Aug. 2018

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