Discomfiture
noun
A feeling of unease or embarrassment.
His inability to answer the question left him in discomfiture.
Often appears as...
- extreme discomfiture
- obvious discomfiture
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
noun
A situation that is difficult or embarrassing.
The scandal was a source of great discomfiture for the politician.
Often appears as...
- great discomfiture
- source of discomfiture
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
A feeling of unease or embarrassment.
His inability to answer the question left him in discomfiture.
Often appears as...
- extreme discomfiture
- obvious discomfiture
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
noun
A situation that is difficult or embarrassing.
The scandal was a source of great discomfiture for the politician.
Often appears as...
- great discomfiture
- source of discomfiture
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Private Discomfort
Discomfiture often refers to personal feelings, not noticeable by others.
Despite her discomfiture, she greeted everyone with a smile.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Intensity
The level of discomfiture can range from slight to profound inner turmoil.
He felt a discomfiture that was hard to disguise as he spoke.
Pro Tip 3/3Non-Physical
Discomfiture is emotional, not a physical discomfort, though it may lead to physical symptoms.
Her discomfiture manifested in a nervous tapping of the feet.
Pro Tip 1/3Private Discomfort
Discomfiture often refers to personal feelings, not noticeable by others.
Despite her discomfiture, she greeted everyone with a smile.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Intensity
The level of discomfiture can range from slight to profound inner turmoil.
He felt a discomfiture that was hard to disguise as he spoke.
Pro Tip 3/3Non-Physical
Discomfiture is emotional, not a physical discomfort, though it may lead to physical symptoms.
Her discomfiture manifested in a nervous tapping of the feet.
Pro Tip 1/3Private Discomfort
Discomfiture often refers to personal feelings, not noticeable by others.
Despite her discomfiture, she greeted everyone with a smile.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Intensity
The level of discomfiture can range from slight to profound inner turmoil.
He felt a discomfiture that was hard to disguise as he spoke.
Pro Tip 3/3Non-Physical
Discomfiture is emotional, not a physical discomfort, though it may lead to physical symptoms.
Her discomfiture manifested in a nervous tapping of the feet.
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Quote examples
Mike Pence
American Vice President
I'm interested in continuing our conversation about the discomfiture I picked up in the mainstream media with one particular element of this debate. It was this discomfort with a law against adultery.
Quote examples
Mike Pence
American Vice President
I'm interested in continuing our conversation about the discomfiture I picked up in the mainstream media with one particular element of this debate. It was this discomfort with a law against adultery.
Example 1 of 1
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