sheepishness
/'ʃi:piʃnis/
Definition
Noun: * A feeling of embarrassment, awkwardness, or shame, often due to a sense of having done something foolish or silly. It is characterized by a timid, bashful, or self-conscious demeanor.
Usage
"Sheepishness" describes the internal feeling or the outward expression of mild embarrassment, typically after a mistake, a social blunder, or when receiving undeserved praise. It implies a lack of confidence in that moment and a desire to avoid attention.
Examples
- After realizing his joke had fallen flat, he apologized with obvious sheepishness.
- A look of sheepishness crossed her face when the teacher pointed out the simple error in her calculation.
- He admitted his mistake with a sheepishness that made everyone forgive him immediately.
Advanced Usage
- "to be filled with sheepishness": to feel very embarrassed or bashful.
- She was filled with sheepishness when she realized she had been talking loudly in the silent library.
- "a moment of sheepishness": a brief instance of feeling embarrassed.
- He had a moment of sheepishness when he called his new boss by the wrong name.
Variants and Related Words
- Sheepish (adj): Having or showing a feeling of embarrassment or bashfulness.
- He gave a sheepish grin after tripping on the step.
- Sheepishly (adv): In an embarrassed or bashful manner.
- She smiled sheepishly as she accepted the award.
Synonyms
- Embarrassment: A feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness.
- Bashfulness: Reluctance to draw attention to oneself; shyness.
- Chagrin: Distress or embarrassment at having failed or been humiliated.
- Abashment: A feeling of embarrassment or disconcertment.
Antonyms
- Confidence: A feeling of self-assurance arising from an appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities.
- Boldness: Willingness to take risks and act innovatively; confidence or courage.
- Assurance: Confidence or certainty in one's own abilities.
Noun
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feeling embarrassed about yourself
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