mortified

[ˈmɔːtɪfaɪd]

mortified Definition

feeling extremely embarrassed or ashamed.

Using mortified: Examples

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

  • Example

    I was mortified when I realized I had been wearing my shirt inside out all day.

  • Example

    She was mortified by her mistake in front of the whole class.

  • Example

    He felt mortified after his boss criticized him in front of his colleagues.

mortified Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mortified

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Summary: mortified in Brief

The adjective 'mortified' [ˈmɔːtɪfaɪd] describes a feeling of extreme embarrassment or shame. It is often used to describe situations where someone has made a mistake or done something wrong, such as 'She was mortified by her mistake in front of the whole class.' Synonyms include 'embarrassed,' 'humiliated,' and 'shamed.'