Definition of Sheepish
Sheepish
Sheep·ish
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(adjective)
Feeling or showing embarrassment or guilt, often in a slightly humorous way.
e.g. She looked sheepish when her friends caught her sneaking an extra cookie.
(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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