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Term: Abash - Antonym

Definition:

Abash is a verb that means to cause someone to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or self-conscious.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To make someone feel self-conscious or embarrassed.

Example Sentence: I was abashed when I realized I had forgotten to zip up my pants.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel ashamed or embarrassed about their actions.

Example Sentence: The teacher's scolding abashed the student who had cheated on the exam.

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Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To make someone feel uncomfortable or uneasy.

Example Sentence: The sudden attention from the crowd abashed the normally confident performer.

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