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embarrassed

[ɪmˈbærəst]

embarrassed Definition

  • 1feeling ashamed, self-conscious or uncomfortable in a situation
  • 2causing someone to feel ashamed, self-conscious or uncomfortable

Using embarrassed: Examples

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

  • Example

    I was so embarrassed when I tripped and fell in front of everyone.

  • Example

    She felt embarrassed about her mistake.

  • Example

    He was embarrassed to admit that he didn't know the answer.

  • Example

    The situation was embarrassing for everyone involved.

embarrassed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for embarrassed

Antonyms for embarrassed

Idioms Using embarrassed

  • to feel extremely embarrassed or ashamed

    Example

    I almost died of embarrassment when I realized I had been wearing my shirt inside out all day.

  • to do something that makes oneself look foolish or stupid

    Example

    He made a fool of himself by trying to impress everyone with his dance moves.

  • to become very red in the face due to embarrassment or anger

    Example

    When she was accused of cheating, she turned red as a beetroot and stormed out of the room.

Phrases with embarrassed

  • a smile that is forced or awkward due to feeling embarrassed

    Example

    She gave him an embarrassed smile and looked away.

  • a period of silence that occurs due to feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable

    Example

    After his joke fell flat, there was an embarrassed silence in the room.

  • a reddening of the face due to feeling embarrassed or self-conscious

    Example

    She couldn't help but give an embarrassed blush when she realized everyone was staring at her.

Origins of embarrassed

from French 'embarrasser', meaning 'to block' or 'obstruct'

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Summary: embarrassed in Brief

'Embarrassed' [ɪmˈbærəst] describes a feeling of shame, discomfort, or self-consciousness in a situation. It can also refer to actions or situations that cause such feelings. Examples include 'I was so embarrassed when I tripped and fell in front of everyone.' and 'The situation was embarrassing for everyone involved.' Idioms like 'die of embarrassment' and 'make a fool of oneself' describe extreme cases of embarrassment.

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