Embarrassing

/ɪmˈbærəsɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Causing a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness.

It was embarrassing to trip and fall in front of the entire class.

Causing difficulty or inconvenience.

The embarrassing lack of preparation was evident during the presentation.

Involving a socially awkward situation.

He found himself in an embarrassing situation when he forgot his date's name.

From the French 'embarrasser', which means to hinder or impede.

an embarrassing moment

A situation that causes a person to feel self-conscious or ashamed.

embarrassing silence

An uncomfortable silence that follows an awkward situation or statement.

to put someone in an embarrassing position

To cause someone to feel uncomfortable or ashamed, often intentionally.

embarrassment

The state of being embarrassed or self-conscious.

embarrass

To cause someone to feel awkward or ashamed.

self-conscious

Excessively aware of being observed by others.

Cringe-worthy

That dance move was so cringe-worthy, it was embarrassing to watch.

Awkward turtle

When he couldn't answer the question, it felt like everyone was doing the awkward turtle.