blushing

UK
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
US
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
blushingnoun
UK
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
US
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
Gerund functioning as a noun; refers to the act or state of becoming red in the face.
Definitions
The act or process of becoming red in the face from embarrassment, shame, or modesty.
Her blushing was obvious whenever she spoke in front of the class.
blushingadjective
more blushing
Comp.
most blushing
Super.
UK
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
US
/ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
Translations
She had a blushing face after the compliment.
У нее было румяное лицо после комплимента.
He gave a blushing smile when he was praised.
Он застенчиво улыбнулся, когда его похвалили.
Definitions
Having a red or rosy color in the face, typically as a result of embarrassment, shame, or modesty.
She gave a blushing smile when he complimented her on the presentation.
Having a pink or reddish tint or hue.
The blushing petals of the rose added a delicate touch to the bouquet.
blushverb

blushing

Gerund

blushed
Past Simple
blushed
Past Participle
blushing
Gerund
UK
/blʌʃ/
US
/blʌʃ/
Translations
She tends to blush when she is embarrassed.
Она склонна краснеть, когда смущается.
Additional translations
Definitions
To become red in the face, typically from embarrassment, shame, or modesty.
She began to blush when everyone started singing 'Happy Birthday' to her.
To feel embarrassed or ashamed.
He couldn't help but blush at the compliment.
(Transitive, poetic) To cause to become red or rosy in colour.
The dawn blushed the horizon with hues of pink.
Synonyms
be embarrassed
turn red
blushnoun
Definitions
A reddening of the face, especially from embarrassment, shame, or modesty.
Her cheeks turned a deep blush when she realized everyone was looking at her.
A cosmetic product used to give a rosy color to the cheeks.
She applied a light blush to her cheeks to enhance her natural complexion.
A wine with a slight pink tint, typically a rosé.
They served a refreshing blush with the summer salad.
A light pink colour.
A gentle blush coloured the morning sky.
A preliminary or cursory glance or assessment; an initial impression.
At first blush, the solution appeared straightforward.
blushadjective
Definitions
Of a pale pink colour.
She chose a blush dress for the wedding.