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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

sheepishness

/ˈʃiːpɪʃnɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does sheepishness mean?

noun

A feeling of embarrassment or shame, typically because of having done something foolish or wrong. A state of being sheepish.

Example

"The student felt a strong sense of sheepishness after being caught cheating on the exam."

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