embarrassing

[ɪmˈbærəsɪŋ]

embarrassing Definition

  • 1causing someone to feel ashamed, nervous, or uncomfortable
  • 2revealing one's shortcomings or weaknesses

Using embarrassing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "embarrassing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    It was embarrassing to admit that I had forgotten her name.

  • Example

    He made an embarrassing mistake during his presentation.

  • Example

    She felt embarrassed by her parents' behavior at the party.

  • Example

    It's embarrassing to ask for help sometimes.

embarrassing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for embarrassing

Antonyms for embarrassing

Phrases with embarrassing

  • a circumstance that causes someone to feel ashamed or uncomfortable

    Example

    Getting caught in a lie was an embarrassing situation for him.

  • a specific instance of feeling ashamed or uncomfortable

    Example

    Tripping and falling in front of everyone was an embarrassing moment for her.

  • a question that is difficult or awkward to answer

    Example

    The interviewer asked an embarrassing question about her past work experience.

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Summary: embarrassing in Brief

The term 'embarrassing' [ɪmˈbærəsɪŋ] refers to something that causes someone to feel ashamed, nervous, or uncomfortable. It can also reveal one's shortcomings or weaknesses. Examples include forgetting someone's name, making a mistake during a presentation, or feeling embarrassed by someone else's behavior. Phrases like 'embarrassing situation' and 'embarrassing question' further illustrate the term.

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