What does embarrassed mean?
Embarrassed means Having a feeling of shameful discomfort..
Embarrassed
/ɪmˈbæɹ.əst/ · adjective
Meaning
Having a feeling of shameful discomfort..
Definitions by Sense
- Having a feeling of shameful discomfort.
- (archaic) Impeded; obstructed; in an awkward situation.
- simple past and past participle of embarrass
Example Sentences
After returning from the pool, Aleshia felt significantly better, though she was still slightly embarrassed.
[…] they could let their eyes hover tenderly on the far-off white cliffs that so often had signalled to the embarrassed English a promise of safety.
Synonyms for embarrassed
Antonyms for embarrassed
Related Words
Word Forms
- more embarrassed
- most embarrassed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for embarrassed?
Common synonyms include abashed, ashamed, discombobulated, embarrassed.
What is the opposite of embarrassed?
Possible antonyms include honored, proud, unabashed.
How do you use embarrassed in a sentence?
After returning from the pool, Aleshia felt significantly better, though she was still slightly embarrassed.
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