Cool MateEmbarrassed
UK /["/ɪmˈbærəst/"]/US /["/ɪmˈbærəst/"]/
Definition
shy, uncomfortable or ashamed, especially in a social situation
In simple words: Feeling shy or ashamed.
Examples
- She felt embarrassed when she tripped on the stairs in front of everyone.
- I was embarrassed to admit that I didn’t know the answer.
- He looked embarrassed after telling an inappropriate joke.
- It’s normal to feel embarrassed in social situations where you feel judged.
- Feeling embarrassed can sometimes prevent people from speaking up.
Usage notes
Used in situations where someone feels uncomfortable or self-conscious. Avoid using in formal contexts; more appropriate in everyday conversations.
Grammar pattern
be + embarrassed
Memory hint
Sounds like 'I'm bear-rested' — imagine a bear feeling shy in public.
Collocations
- be
- feel
- look
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- about
- at
- by
- be
- financially
Synonyms
- ashamed
- self-conscious
- uneasy
- flustered
- abashed
Antonyms
- proud
- confident
- unashamed
Common mistakes
- Confusing with 'embarrassing' which describes something that causes embarrassment.
- Using 'embarrassed' when describing a public place instead of a feeling.
- Incorrectly using 'embarrassed' in past tense without proper context.