Learn how to use embarrasses in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.
Context: “social interaction”
(verb) to make someone feel awkward or ashamed, often by drawing attention to something they did wrong or by making them feel uncomfortable. When you embarrass someone, it’s like making them feel really silly in front of others.
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He embarrasses me in a funny way by telling silly stories about our childhood.
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She doesn't embarrass her friends; she always makes sure they feel comfortable.
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What did you do that embarrassed you in front of the class?
Context: “social interaction”
(verb) to make someone feel awkward or ashamed, often by drawing attention to something they did wrong or by making them feel uncomfortable. When you embarrass someone, it’s like making them feel really silly in front of others.
Example
He embarrasses me in a funny way by telling silly stories about our childhood.
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She doesn't embarrass her friends; she always makes sure they feel comfortable.
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What did you do that embarrassed you in front of the class?