blushing

/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
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Other forms: blushingly

Definitions of blushing
  1. adjective
    having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset
    “the blushing boy was brought before the Principal”
    synonyms: blushful, red-faced
    discomposed
    having your composure disturbed
Pronunciation
US
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
UK
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
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