Blush
/blʌʃ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo become red in the face from embarrassment or shame.
/blʌʃ/
To become red in the face, typically due to shame or embarrassment.
He blushed crimson when she called him by his nickname.
💡 Simply: To turn red in your face because you feel shy or ashamed.
More Examples
The child blushed after being caught stealing a cookie.
How It's Used
"She blushed when he complimented her."
A red color in the face, usually from embarrassment.
/blʌʃ/
A reddish coloring of the face, typically due to emotion.
A faint blush colored her cheeks.
💡 Simply: Redness on the face, often from feeling shy or ashamed.
More Examples
His blush betrayed his nervousness.
How It's Used
"A blush rose on her cheeks."
From Middle English *bluschien, of uncertain origin; perhaps related to Old French *bloschir, from Old High German *blosc 'red, blooming'.
The word 'blush' has been used in similar contexts for centuries, often related to shame or modesty.
Memory tip
Imagine a blush like a rosy glow.
Word Origin
"Red, blooming"