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单词 embarrassments
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embarrassment

noun

em·​bar·​rass·​ment im-ˈber-ə-smənt How to pronounce embarrassment (audio)
-ˈba-rəs-
1
a
: something that embarrasses
the scandal was a major embarrassment
b
: an excessive quantity from which to select
used especially in the phrase embarrassment of riches
2
: the state of being embarrassed: such as
a
: confusion or disturbance of mind
couldn't hide her embarrassment
b
: difficulty arising from the want of money to pay debts
c
: difficulty in functioning as a result of disease
cardiac embarrassment

Synonyms

  • abashment
  • confusion
  • discomfiture
  • disconcertment
  • fluster
  • mortification
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Example Sentences

She couldn't hide her embarrassment. The scandal was a major embarrassment for the government. He's an embarrassment to his family.
Recent Examples on the Web Cowell, always a good sport, laughed from the judge's table, occasionally burying his head in his hands in embarrassment. Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 15 Sep. 2022 Beyond public embarrassment, Calexico has little to show for its embrace of weed. Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 Russia’s retreat in the northeast is the biggest embarrassment for President Vladimir Putin’s larger and better equipped forces since their attempt to seize Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, was repelled at the start of the invasion. Andrew Higgins, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Sep. 2022 Rather than report the second data breach to the FTC and risk further public embarrassment, then-Uber security chief Joe Sullivan consulted with lawyers and then negotiated with the hackers. Ashley Belanger, Ars Technica, 9 Sep. 2022 In 1947, such a commitment could still be made without embarrassment. Tom Mctague, The Atlantic, 8 Sep. 2022 Scott Frank was slammed on social media, the TV Academy is encouraging this year’s nominees to take advantage of a new method of shortening an acceptance speech to spare everyone embarrassment. Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Sep. 2022 There is a discomfort, even at times a kind of secondhand embarrassment, involved in watching a beloved champion who is far from her best—think of Willie Mays tripping in the outfield, losing a fly ball in the sun. Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 2 Sep. 2022 Kid Rock is an American bad ass alpha male and Taylor Swift is an American embarrassment and the world's largest polluter. Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1676, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

embarrassment

noun

em·​bar·​rass·​ment im-ˈber-əs-mənt How to pronounce embarrassment (audio)
1
: something that causes a person or group to feel foolish
The poor test scores were an embarrassment to the school.
2
: the condition of feeling foolish in front of others I couldn't hide my embarrassment over the mistake.

Medical Definition

embarrassment

noun

em·​bar·​rass·​ment im-ˈbar-ə-smənt How to pronounce embarrassment (audio)
: difficulty in functioning as a result of disease
cardiac embarrassment
respiratory embarrassment

embarrassments

noun

plural of embarrassment
1
as in confusions
the emotional state of being made self-consciously uncomfortable experienced the great embarrassment of tripping while on stage

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • confusions
  • humiliations
  • discomforts
  • mortifications
  • dismays
  • upsets
  • discomfitures
  • agitations
  • shames
  • distresses
  • perturbations
  • flusters
  • chagrins
  • disquiets
  • ignominies
  • abashments
  • disturbances
  • debasements
  • disgraces
  • degradations
  • disconcertments
  • egg on one's face
  • discomposures
  • bothers
  • humble pies

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • confidences
  • assurances
  • poises
  • self-confidences
  • composures
  • aplombs
  • self-possessions
  • equanimities
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2
as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult a big suitcase filled with clothes proved to be more an embarrassment than a convenience on my trip

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • obstacles
  • hurdles
  • obstructions
  • interferences
  • barriers
  • impediments
  • hindrances
  • burdens
  • handicaps
  • encumbrances
  • cramps
  • inhibitions
  • constraints
  • shackles
  • deterrents
  • chains
  • clogs
  • delays
  • hitches
  • loads
  • dangers
  • lets
  • trammels
  • fetters
  • stops
  • snags
  • difficulties
  • disadvantages
  • manacles
  • balks
  • blocks
  • hazards
  • hardships
  • restraints
  • stumbling blocks
  • perils
  • arrests
  • crimps
  • brakes
  • stoppages
  • holdbacks
  • bars
  • blockades
  • drags
  • blockages
  • drawbacks
  • rubs
  • stone walls
  • curbs
  • reins
  • brick walls
  • adversities
  • catches
  • embargoes
  • holdups
  • stalls
  • reefs
  • cumbers
  • hobbles
  • bits
  • checks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • stimuli
  • advantages
  • incentives
  • spurs
  • catalysts
  • benefits
  • stimulants
  • impetuses
  • edges
  • breaks
  • aids
  • goads
  • help
  • assistances
  • handmaidens
  • handmaids
  • boosts
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