abashing

The word “abashing” has 3 syllables: a-bash-ing.

It's pronounced as /əˈbæʃɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for abashing?

In the thesaurus, “abashing” has 5 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for abashing along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for abashing

  • confusing
  • disconcerting
  • embarrassing
  • flustering
  • rattling

Antonyms for abashing

  • calming
  • cheering
  • comforting
  • consoling
  • encouraging
  • relieving
  • soothing

Meanings of abashing

  • verb
    1. To make ashamed; to embarrass; to destroy the self-possession of, as by exciting suddenly a consciousness of guilt, mistake, or inferiority; to disconcert; to discomfit.
    2. To lose self-possession; to become ashamed.

Example Sentences

  • She endured the public speaking ordeal without abashing her confident demeanor.
  • Despite the unexpected challenge, he faced it head-on without showing any sign of abashing.
  • The seasoned performer continued her act gracefully, never once abashing in the face of a tough audience.
  • His resilience in the face of criticism was admirable, as he refused to display any abashing.
  • The leader's ability to handle tough questions without abashing impressed the entire audience.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abashing, such as: calming, cheering, comforting, confusing, consoling, disconcerting, embarrassing.

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