Meaning of the word mortification in English
What does mortification mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mortification
US /ˌmɔːr.t̬ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌmɔː.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
a feeling of being very embarrassed:
Example:
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To the mortification of the show's organizers, the top performer withdrew at the last minute.