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embarrassment
[ em-bar-uhs-muhnt ]
noun
- the state of being embarrassed; disconcertment; abashment.
Synonyms:
- an act or instance of embarrassing.
- something that embarrasses.
- an overwhelmingly excessive amount; overabundance:
an embarrassment of riches.
- the state of being in financial difficulties.
- Medicine/Medical. impairment of functioning associated with disease:
respiratory embarrassment.
Other Word Forms
- e·۲·Գ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of embarrassment1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
He described the club's season as "miserable" and a "total embarrassment" after the Foxes were relegated earlier this month.
“The reaction to their embarrassment was to come down on him as hard as they could, to compensate for the fact that they weren’t watching him.”
In recent years, the five-time major champion has become known for the ruthless manner of her victories, subjecting many opponents to the ultimate embarrassment of losing a set without winning a game.
United's season could end in glory or embarrassment.
"This was an embarrassment for Real Madrid. To lose 5-1 against a very good Arsenal team, but you still are the reigning champions and have some of the best players in the world."
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