Embarassed vs. Embarrassed — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Updated on October 4, 2023
"Embarassed" is an incorrect spelling. The correct version is "embarrassed," denoting feelings of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness.
Which is correct: Embarassed or Embarrassed
How to spell Embarrassed?
Embarassed
Incorrect Spelling
Embarrassed
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Embarassed and Embarrassed
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Key Differences
Always use two 'r's and two 's's: "embarrassed."
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Think of it as being "really" (double 'r') self-conscious.
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Remember, the more letters, the more intense the feeling.
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Relate the double 's' to the intensity of the feeling.
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Break it into "em-barr-ass-ed" for pronunciation and memory.
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Definitions
Embarrassed
Embarrassed implies feeling awkward or uneasy.
I was embarrassed when I tripped over my own feet.
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Embarrassed
Embarrassed can denote a state of discomfort due to a particular situation.
She felt embarrassed speaking in front of a large crowd.
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Embarrassed
Embarrassed refers to feeling self-conscious or ashamed.
He was embarrassed about his mistake.
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Embarrassed
Embarrassed can mean feeling humiliated or shamed by one's own actions.
She was deeply embarrassed after forgetting her lines.
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Embarrassed
Embarrassed can also describe a situation of being caught off-guard.
The politician was embarrassed by the unexpected question.
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Embarrassed
To cause to feel self-conscious or ill at ease; disconcert
Meeting adults embarrassed the shy child.
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Embarrassed
To hinder with obstacles or difficulties; impede
"an ambitious raid meant to embarrass his supply line by burning the bridges" (William Marvel).
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Embarrassed
(Archaic) To involve in or hamper with financial difficulties
The company was embarrassed and had to mortgage its properties.
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Embarrassed
Having a feeling of shameful discomfort.
After returning from the pool, Aleshia felt significantly better, though she was still slightly embarrassed.
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Embarrassed
Feeling uneasily or unpleasantly self-conscious due to some event or circumstance; as, she was embarrassed by her child's tantrums.
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Embarrassed
Feeling inferior or unworthy and hence unpleasantly self-conscious; as, too embarrassed to say hello to his drunken father on the street.
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Embarrassed
Feeling or caused to feel uneasy and self-conscious;
Felt abashed at the extravagant praise
Chagrined at the poor sales of his book
Was embarrassed by her child's tantrums
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Embarrassed
Caused to feel self-conscious and uncomfortable;
Was discomfited by the personal questions
The child felt embarrassed by the attention of the adults
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Embarrassed
Made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride;
Too embarrassed to say hello to his drunken father on the street
Humiliated that his wife had to go out to work
Felt mortified by the comparison with her sister
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FAQs
Which vowel is used before embarrassed?
It depends on the context; typically, no vowel is placed directly before it.
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Which preposition is used with embarrassed?
"By" or "about" as in "embarrassed by" or "embarrassed about."
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Which conjunction is used with embarrassed?
Any conjunction can be used, depending on the context. "And" and "but" are common.
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Why is it called embarrassed?
It comes from the French word "embarrasser" which means "to block" or "to obstruct," metaphorically representing obstruction of ease or comfort.
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Which article is used with embarrassed?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on the context.
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Which determiner is used with embarrassed?
"An" or "the," depending on context.
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What is the singular form of embarrassed?
Embarrassed (as it's an adjective, it doesn't have singular or plural forms in that sense).
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Is embarrassed a vowel or consonant?
"Embarrassed" is a word, not a letter, and contains both vowels and consonants.
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How is embarrassed used in a sentence?
"I was embarrassed when I realized I had been speaking with spinach in my teeth all evening."
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
