Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
embarrassed
adjective
/ɪmˈbærəst/
Definition
Feeling or showing a strong sense of self-consciousness or awkwardness.
Examples
- She felt embarrassed when she tripped in front of everyone.
- He was embarrassed to admit he had forgotten her name.
- Being praised in public can make some people feel embarrassed.
Meaning
To be embarrassed is to feel uncomfortable or ashamed in a particular situation.
Synonyms
- ashamed
- self-conscious
- humiliated
- mortified
