Synonyms for Embarrassing (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (causing to feel shame or chagrin or vexation):
mortifying
WordNet sense 2 (disagreeable to the senses, to the mind, or feelings ):
unpleasant
WordNet sense 3 (hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment):
awkward, sticky, unenviable
WordNet sense 4 (not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure):
difficult, hard
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