Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
personal-humiliation
noun
/ˈpɜːrsənl ˌhjuːmɪˈleɪʃən/
Definition
The act of degrading or embarrassing someone in a personal context.
Examples
- After the public argument, she felt a deep sense of personal humiliation.
- The constant teasing at school led to his feelings of personal humiliation.
- He described the personal humiliation of being laughed at during the meeting.
Meaning
Personal humiliation refers to instances where an individual is made to feel shame or embarrassment in front of others, often impacting their self-esteem and personal dignity.
Synonyms
- Embarrassment
- Shame
- Degradation
- Dishonor
- Mortification
