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embarrassment

/ɛmˈbærsmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does embarrassment mean?

noun

A feeling of being ashamed or embarrassed, often because of something foolish or humiliating that one has done or said. A state of being embarrassed or humiliated.

Example

"Her embarrassment was evident as she tripped on the stage in front of the entire audience."

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