embarrass
verb (used with object)
to cause confusion and shame to; make uncomfortably self-conscious; disconcert; abash.
is embarrassing
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present progressiveof embarrass (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The list of failed enterprises bearing his family moniker is as long as it is embarrassing.
From Salon ● Sep. 24, 2026
Midfielder Harvey Elliott's wasted loan at Aston Villa is "embarrassing for everyone involved", says manager Unai Emery.
From BBC ● May 14, 2026
But it isn’t just Miller who is embarrassing the president with his Titanic moves.
From Salon ● Apr. 3, 2026
In the aftermath of Southampton's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace on Wednesday, defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis said talk of trying to not be the worst Premier League side ever is "embarrassing".
From BBC ● Apr. 6, 2025
Anyway, this story is embarrassing so I’ll tell you a few things first.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
