embarrassed
adjective
em·bar·rassed
im-ˈber-əst 
-ˈba-rəst
: feeling or showing a state of self-conscious confusion and distress
I've never been so embarrassed in my life.
was too embarrassed to ask for help
an embarrassed smile
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The Parks and Rec alum leaped out of her seat and began cheering for Meyers with the now-standing audience while the thoroughly embarrassed host quietly covered his face with his hands.
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Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 29 May 2025
My daughter was surprised, maybe a little embarrassed.
—Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 29 May 2025
The aftermath After the scene, LaBella was left in the wagon alone, feeling shocked, embarrassed and humiliated and holding back tears, the complaint said.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 28 May 2025
At least Imogen seems to have relaxed enough — or been embarrassed enough — to apologize to Brian for her behavior.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 28 May 2025
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Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 29 May 2025
My daughter was surprised, maybe a little embarrassed.
—Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 29 May 2025
The aftermath After the scene, LaBella was left in the wagon alone, feeling shocked, embarrassed and humiliated and holding back tears, the complaint said.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 28 May 2025
At least Imogen seems to have relaxed enough — or been embarrassed enough — to apologize to Brian for her behavior.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 28 May 2025
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“Embarrassed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/embarrassed. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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