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bashful

UK/'bæʃful/US
TOEFLC2

Definitions

adj.

Shy and easily embarrassed; reluctant to draw attention to oneself.

害羞的,腼腆的

Root Breakdown

Native English
bashother
+
fulfull of, characterized by
=bashful

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She felt bashful when everyone applauded her performance on stage.

  • 2.

    The bashful teenager blushed deeply when asked to give a presentation.

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