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embarrassment

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of embarrassment

1 the emotional state of being made self-consciously uncomfortable

experienced the great embarrassment of tripping while on stage

Synonyms of embarrassment

abashment, confusion, discomfiture, disconcertment, fluster, mortification

Words Related to embarrassment

agitation, bother, chagrin, discomfort, discomposure, dismay, disquiet, distress, disturbance, perturbation, unease, uneasiness, upset

disgrace, ignominy, shame

debasement, degradation, humiliation

humble pie

Phrases Synonymous with embarrassment

egg on one's face

Near Antonyms of embarrassment

aplomb, assurance, composure, confidence, coolness, equanimity, poise, self-assurance, self-confidence, self-possession

2 something that makes movement or progress difficult

a big suitcase filled with clothes proved to be more an embarrassment than a convenience on my trip

Synonyms of embarrassment

balk, bar, block, chain, clog, cramp, crimp, deterrent, drag, encumbrance, fetter, handicap, hindrance, holdback, hurdle, impediment, inhibition, interference, let, manacle, obstacle, obstruction, shackles, stop, stumbling block, trammel

Words Related to embarrassment

catch, hitch, rub, snag

barrier, blockade, blockage, brick wall, stone wall

arrest, bit, brake, check, constraint, curb, hobble, rein, restraint

embargo, stoppage

delay, holdup, stall

burden, cumber, load

danger, hazard, peril, reef

adversity, difficulty, disadvantage, drawback, hardship

Near Antonyms of embarrassment

catalyst, goad, impetus, incentive, spur, stimulant, stimulus

advantage, break, edge

aid, assistance, benefit, boost, handmaiden (also handmaid), help

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