embarrass
Pronunciation
Verb
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
To make someone feel awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
humiliate
mortify
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "His joke _____ her in front of everyone."
Answer: embarrass
In your own words, what does "embarrass" mean?
To make someone feel awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious.
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