embarrassed

/ɪmˈbæɹ.əst/adjective

Feeling awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious about something.

Example sentences

“I was so embarrassed when I called my teacher 'Mom' by mistake.”
“He felt embarrassed when his phone rang loudly during the exam.”

Spelling trap: two r's and two s's. You are embarrassed about or by something; 'embarrassed for' someone means feeling it on their behalf.

Synonyms for embarrassed

ashamed
self-conscious
mortified
awkward

Often confused with embarrassed

embarrassed vs embarrassing

Related words

disappointedUnhappy because something you hoped for did not happen.confidentFeeling certain about something or sure of your own abilities.surprisedFeeling or showing amazement because something unexpected has happened.curiousEager to learn or find things out; sometimes, too interested in other people's business.cheerfulClearly happy and full of positive spirit.calmFeeling relaxed and peaceful, not angry, worried, or excited.