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 34 synonyms and 12 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abashing along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abashing
- agitating
- bothering
- chagrining
- confounding
- confusing
- debasing
- degrading
- demeaning
- discomfiting
- discomforting
- discomposing
- disconcerting
- discountenancing
- dismaying
- disquieting
- distressing
- disturbing
- embarrassing
- fazing
- flustering
- humbling
- humiliating
- mortifying
- nonplusing
- nonplussing
- perturbing
- putting off
- putting out
- queering
- rattling
- shaming
- unhinging
- unsettling
- upsetting
Antonyms for abashing
- assuring
- buoying
- calming
- cheering
- comforting
- consoling
- emboldening
- encouraging
- heartening
- reassuring
- relieving
- soothing
Meanings of abashing
- verb
- 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.
- 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 46 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abashing, such as: agitating, assuring, bothering, buoying, calming, chagrining, cheering.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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