Word
flushed
US/ˈfɫəʃt/
UK/flˈʌʃt/
Definition
adj. having a red face because you are hot, embarrassed, or sick. It describes the way your skin looks when blood rushes to the surface.
adj. having a reddened or glowing complexion, typically as a physiological response to heat, physical exertion, or strong emotion. Often used predicatively after linking verbs like 'look' or 'become'.
Examples
“His face was flushed after the long run.”
“She looked flushed and nervous as she walked onto the stage to give her presentation.”
“The child appeared flushed and lethargic, prompting the school nurse to check for a fever before calling his parents to collect him.”
Examples
simple
“His face was flushed after the long run.”
contextual
“She looked flushed and nervous as she walked onto the stage to give her presentation.”
complex
“The child appeared flushed and lethargic, prompting the school nurse to check for a fever before calling his parents to collect him.”
Usage
Typically functions as a participial adjective; often follows linking verbs like 'be', 'look', or 'feel'.
Real-World Examples
“The cash has been flushed down a hole as deep as the Ship canal.” “Tongue ablaze and face flushed, I felt a prickliness starting to numb my taste buds.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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