v. t. | 1. | To hinder from freedom of thought, speech, or action by something which impedes or confuses mental action; to make (a person) unpleasantly self-conscious; to perplex; to discompose; to disconcert; |
2. | To hinder from liberty of movement; to impede; to obstruct; | |
3. | (Com.) To involve in difficulties concerning money matters; to incumber with debt; to beset with urgent claims or demands; - said of a person or his affairs; | |
n. | 1. | Embarrassment. |
Verb | 1. | embarrass - cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious Synonyms: abash |
2. | embarrass - hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn" |