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View usage for: (ʃeɪmfeɪst, US -feɪst) adjectiveIf you are shamefaced, you feel embarrassed because you have done something that you know you should not have done. [formal] There was a long silence, and my father looked shamefaced. Synonyms: embarrassed, humiliated, ashamed, red-faced More Synonyms of shamefaced More Synonyms of shamefaced shamefaced in British English (ˈʃeɪmˌfeɪst) adjective2. showing a sense of shame Derived forms shamefacedly (ʃeɪmˈfeɪsɪdlɪ, ˈʃeɪmˌfeɪstlɪ) adverb shamefacedness (shameˈfacedness) noun Word origin C16: alteration of earlier shamefast, from Old English sceamfaest; see shame, fast1shamefaced in American English (ˈʃeɪmˌfeɪst) adjective1. Rare very modest, bashful, or shy 2. showing a feeling of shame or embarrassment; ashamed Also ; Archaic ˈshameˌfast (ˈʃeɪmˌfeɪst) Derived forms shamefacedly (ˌshameˈfacedly) (ˌʃeɪmˈfeɪsɪdli; ˈʃeɪmˌfeɪstli) adverb shamefacedness (ˌshameˈfacedness) noun Word origin altered, by folk etym. < ME schamfast < OE scamfæst < scamu, shame + fæst, firm, fast 1Examples of 'shamefaced' in a sentenceshamefaced Definition embarrassed or guilty There was a long silence and my father looked shamefaced. Synonyms humiliated red-faced chagrined discomfited conscience-stricken Synonyms shrinking blushing aw-shucks Additional synonymsDefinition embarrassed and ashamed He seemed both abashed and delighted at the gift. Synonyms embarrassed, confused, humbled, humiliated, dismayed, ashamed, bewildered, astounded, confounded, disconcerted, taken aback, affronted, chagrined, perturbed, mortified, discomfited, shamefaced, discountenanced, discomposed Definition overcome with shame or remorse He was ashamed at how shabbily he had dressed for the occasion. Synonyms embarrassed, sorry, guilty, upset, distressed, shy, humbled, humiliated, blushing, self-conscious, red-faced, chagrined, flustered, mortified, sheepish, bashful, prudish, crestfallen, discomfited, remorseful, abashed, shamefaced, conscience-stricken, discountenanced Definition shy or modest a bashful child Synonyms shy, reserved, retiring, nervous, modest, shrinking, blushing, constrained, timid, self-conscious, coy, reticent, self-effacing, aw-shucks (slang, US), diffident, sheepish, mousy, timorous (literary), abashed, shamefaced, easily embarrassed, overmodest Nearby words ofshamefaced - shambling
- shambolic
- shame
- shamefaced
- shameful
- shameless
- shanty
Additional synonymsDefinition feeling guilty because of having done something wrong Synonyms guilty, troubled, sorry, disturbed, ashamed, contrite, repentant, remorseful, penitent, compunctious Definition full of guilt or regret He was so contrite that he wrote me a letter of apology. Synonyms sorry, humble, chastened, sorrowful, repentant, remorseful, regretful, penitent, conscience-stricken, in sackcloth and ashes Definition lacking self-confidence The new employee was diffident and reserved in meetings. Synonyms shy, reserved, withdrawn, reluctant, modest, shrinking, doubtful, backward, unsure, insecure, constrained, timid, self-conscious, hesitant, meek, unassuming, unobtrusive, self-effacing, sheepish, aw-shucks, bashful, timorous (literary), unassertiveDefinition doubtful and unsure in speech or action I was hesitant about accepting the invitation. Synonyms uncertain, reluctant, shy, halting, doubtful, sceptical, unsure, hesitating, wavering, timid, diffident, lacking confidence, vacillating, hanging back, irresolute, half-arsed (British, slang), half-assed (US, Canadian, slang), half-heartedDefinition shy or easily embarrassed He's modest, as well as being a great player. Synonyms unpretentious, simple, reserved, retiring, quiet, shy, humble, discreet, blushing, self-conscious, coy, meek, reticent, unassuming, self-effacing, demure, diffident, bashful, aw-shucks I was absolutely mortified about making the mistake. Synonyms humiliated, embarrassed, shamed, crushed, annoyed, humbled, horrified, put down, put out (informal), ashamed, pissed (US, slang), confounded, deflated, vexed, affronted, pissed off (taboo, slang), displeased, chagrined, chastened, discomfited, abashed, put to shame, rendered speechless, made to eat humble pie (informal), given a showing-up (informal) He was genuinely remorseful. Synonyms regretful, sorry, guilty, sad, ashamed, apologetic, chastened, rueful, contrite, sorrowful, repentant, guilt-ridden, penitent, conscience-stricken, self-reproachful Definition embarrassed because of feeling foolish He looked a little sheepish when he answered. Synonyms embarrassed, uncomfortable, ashamed, silly, foolish, self-conscious, chagrined, mortified, abashed, shamefacedDefinition indicating shyness or fear A timid child, she had learnt obedience at an early age. Synonyms nervous, shy, retiring, modest, shrinking, fearful, cowardly, apprehensive, coy, diffident, bashful, mousy, timorous (literary), pusillanimous (formal), faint-hearted, irresolute, afraid |