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abashment

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms 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 of abashment

confusion, discomfiture, disconcertment, embarrassment, fluster, mortification

Words Related to abashment

agitation, bother, chagrin, discomfort, discomposure, dismay, disquiet, distress, disturbance, perturbation, unease, uneasiness, upset

disgrace, ignominy, shame

debasement, degradation, humiliation, mortification

Phrases Synonymous with abashment

egg on one's face

Near Antonyms of abashment

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

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