Synonyms for
Embarrassed
Definition
Feeling ashamed, self-conscious, or uncomfortable in a social situation.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- deeply embarrassed
- terribly embarrassed
- slightly embarrassed
- visibly embarrassed
- feel embarrassed
- look embarrassed
- become embarrassed
- make someone embarrassed
Word family
Usage note
Often used with 'to feel' or 'to be'. Can be confused with 'embarrassing', which describes the cause of the feeling.
Example sentences
- I was embarrassed when I forgot my lines in the school play.
- She was embarrassed to be seen wearing her old clothes.
- He felt embarrassed when he spilled his drink all over his shirt.
- My face turned red and I felt embarrassed when I accidentally farted in class.
- She was so embarrassed by her mistake that she couldn't stop blushing.
Quotes
I get embarrassed by compliments. I'm embarrassed to be recognized in the street. I'm embarrassed when fame gets in the way of what I'm trying to do. I'm embarrassed when I'm asked to pose for photographs when I'm not in the right mood. - George Michael
I don't get embarrassed easily, like, I'm not embarrassed by the things that I do. - Lil Nas X
I'm never embarrassed about anything. I'm just myself. - Kate Moss