Uk English Meaning of embarrass

embarrass

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Definitions and Meaning of embarrass in English

Wordnet

embarrass (v)

cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious

hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of

Webster

embarrass (v. t.)

To hinder from freedom of thought, speech, or action by something which impedes or confuses mental action; to perplex; to discompose; to disconcert; as, laughter may embarrass an orator.

To hinder from liberty of movement; to impede; to obstruct; as, business is embarrassed; public affairs are embarrassed.

To involve in difficulties concerning money matters; to incumber with debt; to beset with urgent claims or demands; -- said of a person or his affairs; as, a man or his business is embarrassed when he can not meet his pecuniary engagements.

Embarrassment.

FAQs About the word embarrass

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