Chagrining

/ʃəˈɡrɪnɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Causing someone to feel annoyed, embarrassed, or disappointed.

Etymology

Present participle of 'chagrin,' following standard English verb conjugation patterns. Derived from the noun/verb 'chagrin,' which comes from French origins referring to shame or distress.

Kelly Says

To use 'chagrining' is to describe the active process of embarrassing someone—like when someone chagrins you by pointing out your mistake in front of an audience, it's the feeling of your face getting hot.

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