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BASHFUL

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Bashful.

Bashful - as an adjective satellite

Self-consciously timid

Example: "I never laughed, being bashful; lowering my head, i looked at the wall"

Disposed to avoid notice

Example: "They considered themselves a tough outfit and weren't bashful about letting anybody know it"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blate

Bashful - as an adjective

Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid.

Indicating bashfulness.

Example: "A bashful look"

Example Sentences

"She was bashful and blushed whenever anyone complimented her."
"The bashful boy hid behind his mother's leg when someone new approached."
"The bashful student rarely spoke up in class, always preferring to remain quiet."
"The bashful puppy wagged its tail timidly as it cautiously approached the stranger."
"Despite her bashful nature, she mustered up the courage to perform on stage."
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Word Game Points

Is BASHFUL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bashful is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BASHFUL has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is BASHFUL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bashful is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BASHFUL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is BASHFUL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bashful is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BASHFUL has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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