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Meaning of embarrassed
feeling or showing embarrassment
Etymology of embarrassed
The word "embarrassed" originated in the 17th century from the French word "embarrasser", which is derived from the Spanish word "embarazar", meaning "to hinder or obstruct"
Historically, the word initially meant "to hinder or obstruct" but later developed to include the meaning of "to cause someone to feel self-conscious or ashamed"
Synonyms
humiliated
mortified
ashamed
abashed
chagrined
discomfited
flustered
self-conscious
ill at ease
uneasy
disconcerted
distraught
perturbed
vexed
annoyed
irritated
frustrated
disquieted
uncomfortable
fazed
rattled
shaken
taken aback
discountenanced
red-faced
sheepish
guilty
remorseful
regretful
penitent
apologetic
Definitions
- feeling or showing embarrassment, self-consciousness, or shame
- * feeling or causing someone to feel awkward or self-conscious
Usage Examples
- She felt embarrassed when her friends surprised her with a birthday party
- * He was embarrassed by his mistake in front of the whole class
- * The company was embarrassed by the scandal and issued a public apology
Antonyms
proud
confident
self-assured
composed
poised
unruffled
unflappable
unembarrassed
unabashed
unashamed
impervious
indifferent
nonchalant
unconcerned
untroubled
unaffected
unbothered
carefree
lighthearted
cheerful
jubilant
elated
ecstatic
thrilled
delighted