adj Uncommon

flushed

fluhsht

Flushed (adj) means Red in the face from embarrassment, heat, or exertion. Example: “She looked flushed after her morning run.”

adj

Red in the face from embarrassment, heat, or exertion.

"She looked flushed after her morning run."

How to use flushed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving a red or pink face, usually from being hot, embarrassed, or excited.

Common pairings

flushed cheeks flushed with excitement

Word forms

more flushed comparative, most flushed superlative

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Rhymes for flushed

rushed bushed hushed crushed brushed ambushed

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flushed” mean?

The word “flushed” means red in the face from embarrassment, heat, or exertion. In plain terms, having a red or pink face, usually from being hot, embarrassed, or excited.

How do you pronounce “flushed”?

“Flushed” is pronounced fluhsht (/flʌʃt/ in IPA).

How do you use “flushed” in a sentence?

Here is “flushed” used in a sentence: “She looked flushed after her morning run.”

What part of speech is “flushed”?

“Flushed” is an adjective.

Is “flushed” a common word?

“Flushed” is an uncommon word in modern English.