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Meaning of hangdog
The primary meaning of the word "hangdog" is having a shameful or guilty appearance.
Etymology of hangdog
The word "hangdog" originated in the mid-17th century, likely from the idea of a dog hanging its head in shame or submission
Historically, the term was used to describe someone with a cowardly or cringing demeanor
Synonyms
sheepish
guilty
ashamed
embarrassed
humiliated
abashed
chagrined
remorseful
regretful
penitent
apologetic
contrite
self-reproachful
repentant
sorrowful
dismal
gloomy
dejected
downcast
disheartened
dispirited
demoralized
depressed
melancholy
morose
glum
sullen
sulky
moody
dismal
woeful
doleful
pitiful
woebegone
forlorn
despondent
hopeless
despairing
Definitions
- Having a shameful or guilty appearance, typically with one's head hung low
- * Feeling or showing shame or embarrassment
Usage Examples
- The boy looked hangdog after being caught stealing a cookie
- * She had a hangdog expression on her face after forgetting her best friend's birthday