Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chagrined
Adjective
/ʃəˈɡrɪnd/
Definition
Feeling distressed or embarrassed due to a failure or a mistake.
Examples
- She felt chagrined when she realized she had forgotten her friend’s birthday.
- Despite his chagrined expression, he managed to laugh off the embarrassing moment.
Meaning
To experience a feeling of disappointment or irritation, often as a result of one’s own actions or the actions of others.
Synonyms
- Embarrassed
- Disconcerted
- Distressed
- Upset
