abashedly
|a-bash-ed-ly|
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/əˈbæʃɪdli/
(abashed)
embarrassed manner
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abashedly' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'abashen,' where 'a-' meant 'intensive' and 'bassen' meant 'to be ashamed.'
Historical Evolution
'abashen' transformed into the modern English word 'abashed,' and eventually became 'abashedly' as an adverbial form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be intensely ashamed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that shows embarrassment or shame.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows embarrassment or shame.
She looked down abashedly when her mistake was pointed out.
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Last updated: 2025/03/29 17:06