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blush

[blʌʃ]

blush Definition

  • 1to become red in the face, especially when you are embarrassed or ashamed
  • 2a reddening of the face, especially when caused by embarrassment or shame

Using blush: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "blush" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She blushed when he complimented her.

  • Example

    He blushed at the mention of his mistake.

  • Example

    The bride's blush was evident as she walked down the aisle.

  • Example

    I could feel my cheeks turning red with blush.

blush Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for blush

Antonyms for blush

Phrases with blush

  • to cause someone to feel embarrassed or ashamed

    Example

    His rude behavior put me to the blush.

  • have a lot of blushes

    to have many reasons to feel embarrassed or ashamed

    Example

    After his mistake, he had a lot of blushes in front of his colleagues.

  • to detract from the attractiveness or value of something

    Example

    The high price of the car took the blush off its appeal.

Origins of blush

from Old English 'blyscan', meaning 'to redden'

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Summary: blush in Brief

To 'blush' [blʌʃ] is to turn red in the face, often due to embarrassment or shame. It can also refer to the reddening itself, as in 'The bride's blush was evident as she walked down the aisle.' Synonyms include 'flush,' 'redden,' and 'crimson.' Phrases like 'put someone to the blush' describe causing embarrassment, while 'take the blush off something' refers to detracting from its value.

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