embarrassed
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To feel self-conscious and uneasy because of a mistake or awkward situation.
Examples
The politician found himself embarrassed when the microphone cut out during his speech.
We became embarrassed when the projector failed just as the presentation began.
We were embarrassed to hear the rumor was false.
They seemed embarrassed by the mistake in the report.
They were embarrassed to discover the venue was double-booked.
Similar words
humiliated
abashed
stuck
chagrined
uneasy
in a bind
mortified
uncomfortable
uneasy
awkwardMeanings
Examples
She was embarrassed when she realized she had called her boss by the wrong name.
He felt embarrassed after tripping over the microphone during his presentation.
The child looks embarrassed after spilling juice on the new carpet.
I am embarrassed to admit I still get nervous speaking in public.
They seemed embarrassed by the mistake in the report.
We were embarrassed to hear the rumor was false.
You might feel embarrassed if you forget someone's birthday.
Similar words
ashamed
mortified
humiliated
self-conscious
abashed
uneasy
chagrined
discomfited
Examples
The politician found himself embarrassed when the microphone cut out during his speech.
She was embarrassed by the sudden silence after her joke fell flat.
He felt embarrassed standing next to the empty stage while everyone else performed.
They were embarrassed to discover the venue was double-booked.
I was embarrassed to see my shoes mismatched at the formal dinner.
You might feel embarrassed if you walk into a room where a private conversation is happening.
We became embarrassed when the projector failed just as the presentation began.
Similar words
uncomfortable
awkwarduneasy
ill-at-ease
in a bind
stuck
in a pickle
in a tight spot
FAQ
What does embarrassed mean?
It means feeling ashamed or uncomfortable because of something you have done or a situation.
How is embarrassed used to describe a feeling?
It describes a feeling ashamed, such as being mortified, self-conscious, or abashed.
When can embarrassed describe a situation?
It can also describe being in an awkward situation, like being in a bind or a tight spot.
What are some synonyms for embarrassed when it means feeling ashamed?
Synonyms include ashamed, mortified, humiliated, self-conscious, abashed, uneasy, chagrined, discomfited.
What are some synonyms for embarrassed when it means being in an awkward situation?
Synonyms include uncomfortable, awkward, uneasy, ill-at-ease, in a bind, stuck, in a pickle, in a tight spot.
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