Abashedness

/əˈbæʃɪdnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being abashed; the condition of feeling embarrassed, confused, or disconcerted.

Etymology

From 'abashed' (adjective) + '-ness' (noun-forming suffix), creating an abstract noun for the feeling of embarrassment or confusion.

Kelly Says

Abstract nouns like 'abashedness' let us treat temporary emotions as if they're conditions or states we can examine—it's the language of introspection!

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