Dictionary entryCEFR B2adjective

humiliating

IPA pronunciation: /hjuːˈmɪlieɪtɪŋ/

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Russian meaning

унизительный

English definition

Causing someone to feel ashamed and embarrassed.

Example

Losing the match in front of his family was humiliating for him.

Collocations

humiliating defeat
humiliating experience
humiliating moment

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