Embarrassments Meaning in English
word · lemma: embarrassment
Definition
Embarrassments are things that make you feel awkward, ashamed, or uncomfortable in front of others. The word usually refers to unpleasant situations or mistakes that cause embarrassment.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily used in formal and neutral contexts; 'embarrassments' refers to awkward situations (not people). Common collocations: 'financial embarrassments', 'minor embarrassments'. Not interchangeable with 'shame' (which is deeper). Often used in plural for multiple incidents.
Example Sentences
She tried to forget her past embarrassments.
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The meeting was full of small embarrassments.
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Children often laugh at each other's embarrassments.
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These small embarrassments are just part of life—don’t let them bother you.
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Over dinner, we shared our worst embarrassments from high school.
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He managed to laugh off his embarrassments and keep talking.
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