Embarrassment

/ɛmbˈæɹəsmənt/

/ɪmˈbɛɹəsmənt/

Embarrassment

a feeling of distress, shyness or guilt as a result of an uncomfortable situation

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some event that causes someone to be embarrassed

the state of being embarrassed (usually by some financial inadequacy)

extreme excess

synonyms : overplus

Examples

1. She looked away from embarrassment.

2. Our hosts presented us with an embarrassment of riches.

3. In that embarrassment of riches, some people might wonder whether we need another service area at all.

4. Julia's fiancé left her at the altar, causing her immense heartbreak and embarrassment.