abashless
|a-bash-less|
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/əˈbæʃləs/
unashamed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abashless' originates from the prefix 'a-' meaning 'not' and the root 'bash' from 'abash', which means 'to embarrass'.
Historical Evolution
'abash' changed from the Old French word 'esbahir' meaning 'to astonish' and eventually became the modern English word 'abash'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not to be astonished or embarrassed', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not easily embarrassed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not easily embarrassed or disconcerted; showing no shame or embarrassment.
Despite the awkward situation, she remained abashless.
Synonyms
Antonyms
abashedembarrassed
Last updated: 2025/03/29 18:06