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Embarrassingly

Verb / ɪˈmberʌsɪŋli: / Another word for embarrassingly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a way that causes someone to feel ashamed, self-conscious, or uncomfortable

Synonyms & similar words

awkwardly uncomfortably self-consciously shamefully humiliatingly mortifyingly disgracefully ignominiously degradingly humblingly chagrinedly abashedly shyly bashfully timidly apologetically regrettably unfortunately sadly disappointingly

Example sentences

  1. The magicians trick failed embarrassingly in front of the entire audience.
  2. He tripped embarrassingly on the stage during the play.
  3. She snorted embarrassingly loud during the silent meditation session.
  4. He forgot his lines embarrassingly during the interview.
  5. The students stomach growled embarrassingly loud during the exam.

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