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abashlessly

|a-bash-less-ly|

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/əˈbæʃləsli/

(abashless)

unashamed

Base FormAdverb
abashlessabashlessly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'abashlessly' originates from the English word 'abashless', where 'abash' meant 'to destroy the self-confidence of' and the suffix '-less' indicates 'without'.

Historical Evolution

'abashless' changed from the Old French word 'esbahir', which meant 'to be astonished', and eventually became the modern English word 'abash'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without being astonished or embarrassed', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'without embarrassment or shame'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that shows no embarrassment or shame.

She spoke abashlessly about her achievements.

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Last updated: 2025/03/29 18:21