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Chagrin

Definition:

Chagrin is a feeling of embarrassment, annoyance, or humiliation caused by failure or disappointment.

Chagrin can also refer to a feeling of unease or distress resulting from criticism or disapproval.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. I couldn't help but feel a sense of chagrin when I realized I had made a mistake in front of my colleagues.

2. The defeat of their team was a great chagrin to the fans.

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As a verb:

1. She chagrined her parents by arriving late to the family gathering.

2. The news article chagrined the politician, as it exposed his scandalous behavior.

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