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Nina was mortified when she tripped on stage, but her friends cheered.
What does Mortified mean?
Mortified means extremely embarrassed or ashamed.
Dictionary definition
Extremely embarrassed or ashamed.
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What does mortified mean?
Mortified means extremely embarrassed or ashamed.
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mor · tuh · fide · strongest beat: mor
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WordMortified.
Partadjective.
MeaningMortified means extremely embarrassed or ashamed.
ExampleExample: Nina was mortified when she tripped on stage, but her friends cheered.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- mor · tuh · fide
- Strongest beat
- mor
- Ending
- fide
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on mor.
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Synonyms
Words like Mortified
embarrassedUse when someone feels awkward or ashamed.
Antonyms
Opposite words
proudUse when someone feels pleased about something they did.
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Word family
Mortified word family
Base word
mortify
adjective
mortifying
Extremely embarrassing.
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Common mix-up
Mortified is much stronger than a little shy.
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