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Humiliation

Definition

(formal) The act of making someone feel ashamed or embarrassed, often by treating them unfairly or with disrespect; a painful loss of dignity or self-respect.

Example Sentences

1The politician's public apology was seen as a humiliation by many of her supporters.
2Was the company's decision to downsize a deliberate attempt to inflict humiliation on its employees?
3The experience of being bullied at school left her with deep emotional scars and a lasting sense of humiliation.
4Avoid actions that could lead to the humiliation of your colleagues, especially in front of their peers.
5The concept of humiliation is central to understanding the psychological impact of war crimes on civilian populations.

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