What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
abash
Example
I was abashed when I realized I had mispronounced her name. [abashed: verb]
Example
He felt abashed when he realized he had forgotten his lines. [abashed: adjective]
humiliate
Example
She humiliated him by revealing his secret in front of everyone. [humiliated: verb]
Example
He felt humiliated when his boss yelled at him in front of his colleagues. [humiliated: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Humiliate is a more commonly used word than abash, especially in situations where someone is intentionally causing harm or embarrassment to another person.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between abash and humiliate?
Humiliate is a more formal word than abash, and is often used in serious or professional contexts, while abash is more casual and can be used in everyday conversation.
