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embarrassment

/ɪmˈbæɹəsmənt/
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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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