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Embarrassed Felt I ɪmˈbærəst Life Centre Attention Adjective

Word embarrassed
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic BrE / ɪmˈbærəst / NAmE / ɪmˈbærəst /
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  • i've never felt so embarrassed in my life!
  • her remark was followed by an embarrassed silence.
  • she's embarrassed about her height.
  • he felt embarrassed at being the centre of attention.
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embarrassed

(adjective)BrE / ɪmˈbærəst / NAmE / ɪmˈbærəst /
  1. shy, awkward or ashamed, especially in a social situation
    • I've never felt so embarrassed in my life!
    • Her remark was followed by an embarrassed silence.
    • She's embarrassed about her height.
    • He felt embarrassed at being the centre of attention.
    • Some women are too embarrassed to consult their doctor about the problem.
    • You should be ashamed of treating your daughter like that.
    • I am sorry that I forgot to buy the milk.
    • I was embarrassed about forgetting his name.
  2. not having any money; in a difficult financial situation
  3. Extra Examples

    • He felt acutely embarrassed at being the centre of attention.
    • He looked a bit embarrassed.
    • His colour had risen and Isobel felt embarrassed for him.
    • She seemed almost embarrassed by her own outburst.
    • I’ve never felt so embarrassed in my life!
    • Sometimes I get a bit embarrassed when I have to explain to people.
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