Bashful ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Bashful ( adjective )

1. Timid, shy, or easily embarrassed.
2. Having a tendency to be shy or embarrassed in social situations.
3. Having a tendency to be hesitant, self-conscious or reticent.

Origin:

From the middle english word "bashful" meaning timid, shy or easily embarrassed, used to describe a person who is shy and timid.

Examples:

1. She was bashful around strangers.
2. The bashful child didn't want to speak in front of the class.
3. He was bashful about asking for a date.
4. She was bashful about her singing ability.
5. The bashful man avoided making eye contact.

(As a verb)

Bashful ( verb )

1. Timid, shy, or easily embarrassed.
2. Having a tendency to be shy or embarrassed in social situations.
3. Having a tendency to be hesitant, self-conscious or reticent.

Origin:

From the middle english word "bashful" meaning timid, shy or easily embarrassed, used to describe a person who is shy and timid.

Examples:

1. She was bashful around strangers.
2. The bashful child didn't want to speak in front of the class.
3. He was bashful about asking for a date.
4. She was bashful about her singing ability.
5. The bashful man avoided making eye contact.