Definition of Sheepish
Sheepish
sheep·ish


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(adjective)
embarrassed, typically due to being aware of one's faults;

e.g. She looked sheepish because he had heard her talking about him behind his back.

(adjective)
similar to a sheep in some way, especially in terms of being stupid or mild in nature and lacking spirit, confidence, or courage;

e.g. He had a rather sheepish attitude and never stood up for what he wanted.





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