English · Emotions & Feelings
humiliated
/hjuːˈmɪl.i.eɪ.tɪd/
[/hjuːˈmɪl.i.eɪ.tɪd/]
deeply embarrassed, shamed
Advancedadjective
Definition
Feeling deeply ashamed and foolish because your dignity has been damaged in front of others.
Example
She felt humiliated when the teacher read her mistakes aloud in front of the whole class.
She felt humiliated when the teacher read her mistakes aloud in front of the whole class.
Etymology
From Latin 'humiliare' (to humble), from 'humilis' (lowly), itself from 'humus' (ground, earth).
How & Where It’s Used
Stronger than 'embarrassed', implying a serious blow to one's dignity.