embarras

/ɑ̃.ba.ʁa/

Definitions

1. noun

A state of being embarrassed or humiliated.

“She was in an embarras after spilling coffee all over her new dress.”

2. verb

To cause embarrassment or humiliation to someone.

“His tactless comment embarrased his sister in front of their friends.”

Synonyms

  • embarrassment
  • humiliation
  • mortification

Antonyms

  • confidence
  • pride