word
Bashful
BA-shfuhl
/ˈbæʃfʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
bashful
Dictionary meaning
Disposed to avoid notice.
Examples
- They considered themselves a tough outfit and weren't bashful about letting anybody know it.
- I never laughed, being bashful.
Synonyms: blate
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uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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