Associations to the word «Embarrass»

Wiktionary

EMBARRASS, verb. (transitive) to humiliate; to disrupt somebody's composure or comfort with acting publicly or freely; to disconcert; to abash
EMBARRASS, verb. (transitive) To hinder from liberty of movement; to impede; to obstruct.
EMBARRASS, verb. (transitive) To involve in difficulties concerning money matters; to encumber with debt; to beset with urgent claims or demands.

Dictionary definition

EMBARRASS, verb. Cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious.
EMBARRASS, verb. Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn".

Wise words

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