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Embarrassment

Definition:

Embarrassment refers to the state of feeling self-conscious, awkward, or ashamed due to a certain event, action, or situation.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

  1. Feeling of Self-Consciousness

    Embarrassment can be the feeling of self-consciousness or unease caused by one's own actions or the actions of others.

    Example sentence: Tom blushed with embarrassment when he accidentally tripped and dropped his tray in the crowded cafeteria.

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  2. Source of Shame

    Embarrassment can be a source of shame or discomfort caused by a specific event or situation.

    Example sentence: Sarah experienced a great deal of embarrassment when she forgot her lines during the school play.

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