to feel hot in the face; to be overly soft-hearted
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesadjective
to feel one's face get hot; to blush from shyness or embarrassment
Used to describe the physical sensation of blushing due to shyness, shame, or embarrassment. Often in a positive or neutral context.
She felt her face get a little hot when Auntie said she wanted to introduce her to a potential partner.
Receiving praise in public made him blush a little involuntarily.
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Recalling the foolish thing she just said, her face grew hot.
adjective
to be overly soft-hearted; to be excessively considerate of others' feelings
Describes someone who finds it difficult to refuse requests or enforce rules because they care too much about maintaining good relationships and not hurting others' feelings.
He is soft-hearted and can't say no, so he always agrees to people's requests.
Because he's too soft-hearted, he couldn't bring himself to criticize his subordinate's mistake.
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She's not cut out to be a leader; she's too soft-hearted and can't manage people effectively.