humiliated
Americanadjective
verb
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of humiliated
First recorded in 1760–70; humiliate + -ed 2 ( def. ) for the adjective; humiliate + -ed 1 ( def. ) for the verb
Example Sentences
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The world’s two most populous nations saw themselves as ancient civilizations humiliated by industrialized Western powers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
Now older, these women appear stronger and more introspective while revisiting how they were manipulated and humiliated for America’s entertainment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
Foster bought high-end watches and cars with his share of the proceeds while many victims told NTS investigators they had been left financially and emotionally devastated, and felt humiliated and betrayed.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
She must also have been embarrassed and possibly humiliated by her employer behaving like this behind her back.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026
Jonas, still crying, put his hands in front of his trousers, humiliated by the wetness.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
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