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SHEEPISH Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word sheepish. (exact relations)
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shamefaced
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• extremely modest or shy

• showing a sense of shame

• showing a sense of guilt

abashed
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed

bashful
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• self-consciously timid

• disposed to avoid notice

blushing
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
adjective satellite

• having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset

embarrassed
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed

• made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride

meek
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

• very docile

• evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant

self-conscious
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• aware of yourself as an individual or of your own being and actions and thoughts

• excessively and uncomfortably conscious of your appearance or behavior

shy
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• lacking self-confidence

noun

• a quick throw

adjective satellite

• short

• wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things

verb

• start suddenly, as from fright

• throw quickly

timid
adjectiveadj
adjective

• showing fear and lack of confidence

• lacking self-confidence

noun

• people who are fearful and cautious

adjective satellite

• lacking conviction or boldness or courage

sheeplike
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• like or suggestive of a sheep in docility or stupidity or meekness or timidity

Alternatives for SHAMEFACED

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