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Meaning of embarrass

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

embarrass

Pronunciation:/ɪmˈbæ.ɹəs/

verb

Definitions

  1. To humiliate; to disrupt somebody's composure or comfort with acting publicly or freely; to disconcert; to abash

    Example: The crowd's laughter and jeers embarrassed him.

  2. To hinder from liberty of movement; to impede; to obstruct.

    Example: The motion was advanced in order to embarrass the progress of the bill.

  3. To involve in difficulties concerning money matters; to encumber with debt; to beset with urgent claims or demands.

    Example: A man or his business is embarrassed when he cannot meet his pecuniary engagements.