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unembarrassed

/'ʌnim'bærəst/
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Word: Unembarrassed

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: "Unembarrassed" describes someone who does not feel embarrassed. When a person is unembarrassed, they are confident and comfortable in a situation, even if others might feel awkward or shy.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "unembarrassed" to describe a person’s feelings or behavior in various situations. It often implies that the person is not affected by criticism or social norms.

Example Sentences:
  1. Simple: She gave an unembarrassed smile when she tripped; she laughed it off.
  2. Contextual: After making a mistake in class, he remained unembarrassed and continued to share his ideas.
Advanced Usage:
  • In more complex situations, "unembarrassed" can be used to describe someone who is openly expressing feelings or opinions that might make others feel uncomfortable.
  • Example: The artist was unembarrassed by the controversial themes in her work, proudly defending her choices during the interview.
Word Variants:
  • Embarrassed (adjective): This is the opposite of unembarrassed, meaning feeling self-conscious or ashamed.
  • Embarrassing (adjective): Something that causes embarrassment.
  • Embarrassment (noun): The feeling of being embarrassed.
Different Meanings:
  • While "unembarrassed" primarily refers to a lack of embarrassment, it can also imply a sense of boldness or fearlessness in expressing oneself.
Synonyms:
  • Confident
  • Unashamed
  • Composed
  • Nonchalant
  • Unfazed
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • "Take it in stride": To not let something upset you; to handle a situation with ease.

    • Example: She took the criticism in stride, remaining unembarrassed by the feedback.
  • "Brush it off": To dismiss something that could be embarrassing or upsetting.

    • Example: He brushed off the mistake and continued his presentation unembarrassed.
Conclusion:

"Unembarrassed" is a positive adjective that reflects confidence and comfort in oneself. When using it, think about situations where someone handles potential embarrassment with grace and ease.

Adjective
  1. not embarrassed
    • a tinseled charm and unabashed sentimentality- Jerome Stone
    • an unembarrassed greeting as if nothing untoward had happened

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