embarrassment

Definitions

A feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness.

A person or thing that causes an awkward or shameful situation.

An encumbrance or difficulty, especially regarding financial affairs.

Examples

He tried to hide his embarrassment by looking down at his shoes.

It was a source of great embarrassment for her when she realized she had been wearing her shirt inside out all day.

Synonyms

humiliation shame mortification discomfiture awkwardness self-consciousness abashment

Antonyms

confidence poise pride composure self-assurance dignity aplomb