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abashment Synonyms

Another word for abashment

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• noun (Context 1)

A state of embarrassment, shame, or awkward self-consciousness resulting from having one's composure or confidence shaken.

Usage Example

"To his utter embarrassment, he realized he had been addressing the visiting diplomat by the wrong name all evening."

Strongest
embarrassment
discomfiture
mortification
Strong
chagrin
shame
humiliation
self-consciousness
fluster
confusion

Opposites of abashment

The opposite of abashment shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

composure
aplomb
poise
self-possession
assurance
confidence
equanimity
See all opposites of abashment

• Nearby Words

abash
abashed
abashedly
abashment
abate
abatement
abbas

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Abashment. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/abashment
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