embarrassed
Pronunciation
Adjective
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
Feeling awkward or ashamed, often because of something that happened in front of others.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
Note the double "r" and single "s" in the spelling of "embarrassed", a word many learners misspell.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He felt _____ when he tripped in front of the whole class."
Answer: embarrassed
In your own words, what does "embarrassed" mean?
Feeling awkward or ashamed, often because of something that happened in front of others.
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