Definition of "embarrassed"

Kid-friendly meaning of embarrassed, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "embarrassed" mean?

embarrassed (adjective) — feeling upset because something silly happened in front of others.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables3 (em·ba·rrassed)

Example sentences using "embarrassed"

Grade K–2
I felt embarrassed.
Grade 3–5
He was embarrassed when he forgot his lines in the school play.
Grade 6–8
Everyone has felt embarrassed at some point — it's part of being human, even for grown-ups.

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