blushing
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
KK: /ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Feeling or showing a reddening of the face, often due to embarrassment or shyness.
Example
She felt blushing when she received the compliment.
Conversation
Did you see her blushing when he complimented her?
Yeah, it was adorable!
I thought she looked really cute when she was blushing.
Definitely! It made the moment even more special.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flushed
rosy
reddened
Antonyms
pale
ashen
colorless
noun
Definition
The act of turning red in the face, often due to embarrassment or shyness.
Example
Her blushing was noticeable when she received the compliment.
Conversation
Did you see her blushing when he complimented her?
Yeah, it was so cute!
I love when people get blushing like that; it shows they care.
verb
Definition
To become red in the face, often due to embarrassment or shyness.
Example
She started blushing when he complimented her dress.
Tense Forms
Past: blushed
Past Participle: blushed
Conversation
Did you see how I started blushing when she complimented my outfit?
Yeah, it was adorable!
I couldn't help it; I always blush when someone praises me.
Root Explanation
Blushing originates from Old English 'blusian', meaning to glow or redden. The word describes the act of becoming red in the face, often due to embarrassment or shyness.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'blusian' which means to glow or redden, helping you remember that blushing is when someone turns red in the face.
Visually Confused Words
bushing
unblushing
flushing
brushing
blousing
bluing
unblushingly
rushing