Embarrassment
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Embarrassment [em-bar-uhs-muhnt]

NOUN

NOUN

  • The state of being embarrassed.

  • The state of being in financial difficulties.

  • Something that embarrasses.

Example

"Customers are experiencing embarrassment and inconvenience of a declined transaction."

"Don't be an embarrassment to the family."

Synonyms

Difficulty, Mistake, Distress, Dilemma, Mess, Unease, Awkwardness, Bashfulness, Inhibition, Hitch, Indebtness, Abashment, Discomfiture, Confusion, Disconcertment

Antonyms

Aplomb, Calm, Assurance, Composure, Confidence, Blessing