Word EMBARRASSED: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

embarrassed

🇺🇸 [ɪmˈbærəst]

Meanings

Feeling self-conscious or ashamed, often due to an awkward or uncomfortable situation.

Examples

• He felt embarrassed about the mistake.
• She was embarrassed to speak in public.
• They looked embarrassed when caught.

Synonyms

ashamed • self-conscious • flustered

Antonyms

confident • proud • comfortable