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Meaning of sheepishly
The primary meaning of the word "sheepishly" is to do something with a feeling of shame or embarrassment.
Etymology of sheepishly
The word "sheepishly" originates from the Old English word "scēap," meaning sheep, and the suffix "-ishly," which forms an adverb.
The term is thought to have arisen from the idea that sheep are often depicted as meek, humble, and submissive animals, and the word "sheepishly" came to describe human behavior that is similarly timid or embarrassed.
Synonyms
apologetically
regretfully
remorsefully
contritely
penitently
shamefacedly
guiltily
bashfully
shyly
timidly
humbly
meekly
submissively
obediently
compliantly
acquiescently
deferentially
respectfully
politely
discreetly
unassumingly
modestly
diffidently
self-consciously
abashedly
embarrassedly
flustered
chastened
mortified
abjectly
cringingly
Definitions
- Used to describe someone's behavior or expression when they are feeling embarrassed, ashamed, or guilty about something they have done.
- * Characterized by a sense of shame or embarrassment, often accompanied by a downward gaze or averted eyes.
Usage Examples
- He smiled sheepishly as he admitted to eating the last slice of cake.
- * She looked at him sheepishly, knowing she had forgotten his birthday.
- * The child hung his head sheepishly, aware that he had done something wrong.
Antonyms
confidently
boldly
brazenly
shamelessly
unapologetically
defiantly
insolently
arrogantly
haughtily
proudly
smugly
self-assuredly
assertively
decisively
firmly
unflinchingly
unabashedly
unashamedly
impudently
cheekily