aw-shucks

[aw-shuhks]

adjective

Informal.

1. characterized by a shy, embarrassed, often provincial manner.

aw-shucks

/ ˌɔːˈʃʌks /

adjective

1. seeming to be modest, self-deprecating, or shy

   don't be fooled by his aw-shucks attitude

Word History and Origins

Origin of aw-shucks¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Word History and Origins

Origin of aw-shucks¹

C20: from the US interjection aw shucks , an expression of modesty or diffidence