B1adjective 2K

Embarrassed

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪmˈbærəst/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪmˈbærəst/"]/

Meaning of Embarrassed

shy, uncomfortable or ashamed, especially in a social situation

In simple words: Feeling shy or ashamed.

Embarrassed in a sentence

• 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.

How to use Embarrassed

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.

Related words

Collocations with Embarrassed

• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• about
• at
• by
• be
• financially

Synonyms for Embarrassed

• ashamed
• self-conscious
• uneasy
• flustered
• abashed

Opposites of Embarrassed

• proud
• confident
• unashamed

Common mistakes with Embarrassed

• 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.

Frequently asked questions about Embarrassed

What does Embarrassed mean?

Feeling shy or ashamed.

What is the definition of Embarrassed?

shy, uncomfortable or ashamed, especially in a social situation

How do you use Embarrassed in a sentence?

She felt embarrassed when she tripped on the stairs in front of everyone.

Can you give another example of Embarrassed?

I was embarrassed to admit that I didn’t know the answer.

What are synonyms for Embarrassed?

Common alternatives include ashamed, self-conscious, uneasy, flustered, abashed.

What is the opposite of Embarrassed?

Opposite meanings include proud, confident, unashamed.

What words go with Embarrassed?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, about, at, by, be, financially.

What are common mistakes when using Embarrassed?

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.

How do you pronounce Embarrassed?

US: /["/ɪmˈbærəst/"]/, UK: /["/ɪmˈbærəst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Embarrassed?

Used in situations where someone feels uncomfortable or self-conscious. Avoid using in formal contexts; more appropriate in everyday conversations.

What CEFR level is Embarrassed?

"Embarrassed" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.