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Term: embarrass

Definition:

verb

1. To cause someone to feel self-conscious, awkward, or uneasy in a social or public situation.

2. To cause confusion or difficulty for someone.

3. To make someone feel ashamed or humiliated.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

- She was embarrassed when she tripped and fell in front of everyone at the party.

- The teacher embarrassed the student by pointing out his mistakes in front of the class.

Sense 2:

- The complex instructions on the packaging embarrassed the inexperienced builder.

- The new software update embarrassed some users who couldn't navigate the changes.

Sense 3:

- He felt embarrassed and guilty after realizing he had accidentally taken someone else's bag.

- The politician was embarrassed when his scandalous past was revealed to the public.

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