adj, verb ·5 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of humiliate form-of, participle, past

Adjective

1. 1
   deprived of dignity or self-respect

Adjective

1. 1
   made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride wordnet
2. 2
   subdued or brought low in condition or status wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

embarrassedabashedashamedblushingbrokenbroken

Antonyms

All antonyms

proud

Example

More examples

"To lose face means to be humiliated."

Related phrases

self respect

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