as in abashed
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as in confused
to throw into a state of self-conscious distress
the modest young soldiers were embarrassed by the public praise for their heroism
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as in hampered
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
a lot of this paperwork is unnecessary and just embarrasses the organization
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as in complicated
to make complex or difficult
claims that the new government regulations will needlessly embarrass the operations of small businesses in the state
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Recent Examples of embarrassed
Jordan Greene, People.com, 5 June 2025
The Yankees, after losing the first two games of the World Series rematch against the Los Angeles Dodgers, have been embarrassed at Dodger Stadium by the reigning champs.
—Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 June 2025
The Parks and Rec alum leaped out of her seat and began cheering for Meyers with the now-standing audience while the thoroughly embarrassed host quietly covered his face with his hands.
—Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 29 May 2025
My daughter was surprised, maybe a little embarrassed.
—Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 29 May 2025
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Adjective
Some were flattered, others were hilariously embarrassed.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 5 June 2025
The Yankees, after losing the first two games of the World Series rematch against the Los Angeles Dodgers, have been embarrassed at Dodger Stadium by the reigning champs.
—Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 June 2025
The Parks and Rec alum leaped out of her seat and began cheering for Meyers with the now-standing audience while the thoroughly embarrassed host quietly covered his face with his hands.
—Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 29 May 2025
My daughter was surprised, maybe a little embarrassed.
—Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embarrassed
Adjective
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But this year’s bash is looking a little more abashed.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2021
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Delphine Hicks—Caroline had waited for her beside the church steps one First Sunday (big meeting day) and had thrown her to the ground and robbed the abashed vampire of her underthings.—
Zora Neale Hurston,
Harper's magazine,
6 Jan. 2020
Verb
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Many people get confused by these forms which contain code and jargon that rarely offer a clear explanation of anything.—
Steve Weisman,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Not to be confused with DEI training, skill building is a way to help people improve their communication skills, negotiation style and overall understanding of relevant topics, all while leveling up professionally.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes,
21 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The provision was ratified in the late nineteen-eighties, but conservatives allied with the country’s agricultural lobby have long impeded its enforcement.—
Julian Lucas,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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Poor governance and economic stewardship have impeded the region’s development and generated the grievances behind the Arab Spring.—
Marwan Muasher,
Foreign Affairs,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Her name is Judy and — this is a point Hitchcock doesn't try to conceal — she’s played by Novak, whose awkward, self-conscious performance is memorably perfect for the film's odd scenario.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Check out this Bodega Bit, for a sample of the gang’s pleasingly self-conscious comedy.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
30 May 2025
Verb
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The status of the third remained unknown, but snow obstructed a full view of the nest.—
Amanda Kooser,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Yoon apologized for his brief martial law decree, but later doubled down and defended the move, arguing the liberal party obstructed his political agenda.—
Sophia Vento,
The Hill,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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With the exception of the Russell 2000, which gained 1%, none of the major indices bothered to get out of bed the day after Christmas.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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In fact, if you can’t be bothered even to reach for the remote to select this new button, the latest firmware update will also automatically start playing the next episode after a countdown.—
John Archer,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Emily Gilmore uptight is still funny, but Emily Gilmore letting loose is a real sight.—
Marianne Eloise,
Vulture,
10 May 2025
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The Oscars are your beloved but slightly uptight grandma; the Golden Globes are your fun cousin who sometimes gets a little too sloppy at parties, and the SAG Awards are your cool young aunt who knows how to have a good time but always keeps it classy.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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One time in particular, Fisher called him out for being a bit bashful about their Star Wars fame, Hamill recounted in a new interview on NPR's Fresh Air — like any good sister would.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
4 June 2025
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Cher was bashful to be busted but then couldn’t help laughing out loud at the audacity.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Embarrassed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embarrassed. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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