Dictionary Entry
abash
Word FrequencyNot availableCurriculum FrequencyEmerging (0)to weaken or embarrass
In a Sentence
“The sudden applause did not abash the shy performer, who bowed gracefully.”
Origin
From Old French 'abaissier' (to lower, bring low), from 'a-' (to) + 'baissier' (to lower), related to 'bas' (low).
Common Phrases
Still being gathered for this entry.
Missing dictionary details are being fetched in the background.
Synonyms
No synonyms yet.
Antonyms
No antonyms yet.
Related Words
Still being gathered.
Poetry examples for “abash”
Excerpts from the ReadingWillow English Library collection.
Poetry examples are still being gathered for this entry. They will appear here once matching poems are available in the library.