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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

abashment

/æbæʃmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does abashment mean?

noun

A feeling of shame or embarrassment, often caused by being exposed as foolish or wrong. A state of being embarrassed or humiliated.

Example

"The politician's abashment was evident as he apologized for his previous mistakes."

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