Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

a bit embarrassed

phrase
ə bɪt ɪmˈbɛr.əst
Definition
Feeling slightly ashamed or self-conscious due to a particular situation or circumstance.
Examples
  • He felt a bit embarrassed when he realized he had been talking with spinach in his teeth.
  • She was a bit embarrassed after tripping while walking onto the stage.
  • It’s okay to feel a bit embarrassed when trying something new for the first time.
Meaning
The phrase ‘a bit embarrassed’ describes a state of mild discomfort or unease, typically in social situations where one might feel awkward or exposed.
Synonyms
  • slightly ashamed
  • somewhat awkward
  • mildly self-conscious