Meaning & Definition of word "Mortified"
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Mortified
/ˈmɔːrtɪfaɪd/
adjective:
- 1. Extremely embarrassed or ashamed.
- Example: She was mortified when she tripped in front of the entire class.
- 2. Having undergone the subjugation of one's bodily desires; feeling humiliated or embarrassed.
- Example: He felt mortified after realizing his mistake during the presentation.
- 3. Feeling or showing deep shame or embarrassment.
- Example: I was mortified to discover the error in my report.
Etymology
From Latin 'mortificare', meaning to kill or subdue.
Common Phrases and Expressions
mortified with embarrassment:
Extremely embarrassed to the point of feeling incapable of action.
mortified silence:
A complete silence due to deep embarrassment.
mortified to the core:
Feeling deep and intense shame.
Related Words
mortify:
To cause someone to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated.
mortification:
A feeling of shame or humiliation.
Slang Meanings of mortified
Meaning: Super embarrassed.
Example Sentence: I was so mortified when I tripped in front of my crush.
Meaning: Cringe-worthy.
Example Sentence: That performance was mortifying, I can't believe I did that!