BLUSHED | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word BLUSHED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BLUSHED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Blush

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

Old English blyscan; related to modern Dutch blozen

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: blʌʃ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

show shyness, embarrassment, or shame by becoming red in the face

Short Definition:

become red-faced through embarrassment etc.

Examples:
  • she blushed at the unexpected compliment
  • Kate felt herself blushing scarlet
Definition:

be or become pink or pale red

Short Definition:

be pink or pale red

Examples:
  • the trees flower heavily in summer and blush brilliantly in autumn

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