embarrassment
/ɪmˈbæɹəsmənt/
Dictionary
noun
- A state of discomfort arising from bashfulness or consciousness of having violated a social rule; humiliation.
- A state of confusion arising from hesitation or difficulty in choosing.
- A person or thing which is the cause of humiliation to another.
"Kevin, you are an embarrassment to this family."
- A large collection of good or valuable things, especially one that exceeds requirements.
- Impairment of function due to disease: respiratory embarrassment.
- Difficulty in financial matters; poverty.
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