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Embarrassedly: meaning, definitions and examples

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embarrassedly

[ ɪmˈber.ə.sɪŋ.li ]

Adverb

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

in social situations

In a way that shows feelings of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness.

Synonyms

awkwardly, self-consciously, sheepishly.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
embarrassedly	Use this word when someone feels ashamed or uncomfortable about something they have done mistakenly or clumsily. She embarrassedly apologized for knocking over the vase
self-consciously	Utilize this word when someone is overly aware and uncomfortable about themselves, particularly about how others perceive them. She self-consciously adjusted her dress, worried that it didn't fit right
sheepishly	This word is fitting when someone feels guilty or foolish about something they have done, often used with a hint of humor. He smiled sheepishly after realizing he had been talking to the wrong person
awkwardly	This word is suitable for situations that involve physical or social discomfort, such as not knowing what to do or say. He awkwardly stood in the corner, not knowing how to join the conversation

Examples of usage

She smiled embarrassedly and looked down at her feet.
He laughed embarrassedly, trying to make light of the situation.
I blushed embarrassedly as everyone turned to look at me.
They both glanced at each other embarrassedly, unsure of what to say.
We all shuffled embarrassedly, waiting for someone else to break the silence.

Translations

Translations of the word "embarrassedly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 embaraçosamente

🇮🇳 शर्मिंदा होकर

🇩🇪 verlegen

🇮🇩 dengan malu-malu

🇺🇦 збентежено

🇵🇱 zawstydzenie

🇯🇵 恥ずかしそうに (hazukashisou ni)

🇫🇷 gêné

🇪🇸 avergonzadamente

🇹🇷 mahcup bir şekilde

🇰🇷 당황스럽게 (danghwangseureopge)

🇸🇦 بخجل (bikhajal)

🇨🇿 rozpačitě

🇸🇰 rozpačito

🇨🇳 尴尬地 (gāngà de)

🇸🇮 v zadregi

🇮🇸 vandlega

🇰🇿 ұялған түрде

🇬🇪 შერცხვენით (shertsxvenit)

🇦🇿 utancaqlıqla

🇲🇽 avergonzadamente

Etymology

The adverb 'embarrassedly' is derived from the verb 'embarrass', which comes from the French word 'embarrasser', meaning 'to block' or 'to hinder'. The word first appeared in English in the mid-17th century, originally used in the sense of 'to hamper' or 'to impede'. Over time, the meaning shifted to convey the sense of causing someone to feel self-conscious or awkward. The adverb form 'embarrassedly' emerged later to describe actions done in an embarrassed manner.