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Meaning of blush

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

blush

Pronunciation:/blʌʃ/

noun

Definitions

  1. An act of blushing; a red glow on the face caused by shame, modesty, etc.

  2. A glow; a flush of colour, especially pink or red.

  3. Feeling or appearance of optimism.

  4. A sort of makeup, frequently a powder, used to redden the cheeks.

    Synonyms:blusherrouge

verb

Definitions

  1. To become red in the face (and sometimes experience an associated feeling of warmth), especially due to shyness, shame, excitement, or embarrassment.

    Example: He wasn't used to this much attention, so he blushed as he saw dozens of pairs of eyes watching him.

    Synonyms:go red
  2. To be ashamed or embarrassed (to do something).

  3. To become red.

  4. To suffuse with a blush; to redden; to make rosy.