noun

blushing

BLUH-shihng

Blushing (noun) means the act of blushing; a rush of red to the face from embarrassment or shyness. Example: “A faint blushing crept over her cheeks when he complimented her.”

noun

The act of blushing; a rush of red to the face from embarrassment or shyness.

"A faint blushing crept over her cheeks when he complimented her."

adjective

Turning pink or red in the face, usually from embarrassment; rosy.

"The blushing bride could barely look up during the toast."

"He gave a blushing smile and changed the subject."

How to use blushing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGoing red in the face, typically because you feel shy, embarrassed, or flattered.

Common pairings

blushing bride blushing cheeks a blushing smile

Word forms

more blushing comparative, blushings plural, most blushing superlative

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Rhymes for blushing

pushing rushing gushing Cushing brushing crushing flushing shushing ambushing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “blushing” mean?

The word “blushing” means the act of blushing; a rush of red to the face from embarrassment or shyness. In plain terms, going red in the face, typically because you feel shy, embarrassed, or flattered.

How do you pronounce “blushing”?

“Blushing” is pronounced BLUH-shihng (/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “blushing” in a sentence?

Here is “blushing” used in a sentence: “A faint blushing crept over her cheeks when he complimented her.”

What part of speech is “blushing”?

Depending on how it is used, “blushing” can be a noun and an adjective.

How many meanings does “blushing” have?

“Blushing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of blushing; a rush of red to the face from embarrassment or shyness.