Definitions
- Feeling self-conscious or uncomfortable in a social situation. - Experiencing shame or awkwardness due to a mistake or mishap. - Being caught in an unexpected or awkward situation.
- Feeling extreme shame or embarrassment due to a public failure or mistake. - Being subjected to ridicule, scorn, or disrespect in front of others. - Experiencing a loss of dignity or self-respect due to a humiliating event.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve negative emotions related to social situations.
- 2Both can be caused by mistakes or mishaps.
- 3Both can lead to feelings of shame or discomfort.
- 4Both can affect one's self-esteem and confidence.
- 5Both can be experienced in front of others.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Humiliation is more severe and extreme than embarrassment.
- 2Cause: Embarrassment can be caused by minor mistakes or mishaps, while humiliation is usually caused by a major failure or public embarrassment.
- 3Duration: Humiliation can have longer-lasting effects than embarrassment.
- 4Response: Embarrassment can lead to blushing, stammering, or avoiding eye contact, while humiliation can lead to anger, resentment, or withdrawal.
- 5Scope: Humiliation can affect one's reputation or standing in a community, while embarrassment is usually limited to a specific event or situation.
Remember this!
Embarrassment and humiliation are both negative emotions related to social situations. However, humiliation is more severe and long-lasting than embarrassment. Embarrassment can be caused by minor mistakes or mishaps, while humiliation is usually caused by a major failure or public embarrassment. The response to embarrassment is often blushing or avoiding eye contact, while humiliation can lead to anger or withdrawal.
