EMBARRASS

/ɪmˈbæ.ɹəs/ ► audio Scrabble 13 Words With Friends 15

Scrabble letter values: E1M3B3A1R1R1A1S1S1 = 13

Definition

  1. verb cause to be embarrassed. — synonyms: abash
  2. verb hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of. — synonyms: obstruct, blockade, block, hinder, stymie, stymy

Examples

  • “cause to feel self-conscious”
  • “His brother blocked him at every turn”
  • “The crowd's laughter and jeers embarrassed him.”

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