EMBARRASSING

/ɪmˈbæɹəsɪŋ/ ► audio Scrabble 17 Words With Friends 21

Scrabble letter values: E1M3B3A1R1R1A1S1S1I1N1G2 = 17

Definition

  1. adjective hard to deal with. — synonyms: awkward, sticky, unenviable
  2. adjective causing to feel shame or chagrin or vexation. — synonyms: mortifying

Examples

  • “especially causing pain or embarrassment”
  • “awkward (or embarrassing or difficult) moments in the discussion”
  • “an awkward pause followed his remark”

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