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/hjuːmɪˈleɪtɪd/ · hu.mil.i.a.ted
verb
- To injure the dignity and self-respect of. The politician's scandal left her feeling humiliated in front of her constituents.
- To make humble; to lower in condition or status. The economic downturn humiliated many families, forcing them to rely on government assistance.
adjective
- Deprived of dignity or self-respect. The humiliated athlete struggled to regain her confidence after the disappointing loss.
Did you know? The term 'humiliated' has been used in various contexts, including literature and politics, to describe the loss of dignity and self-respect. For example, in Shakespeare's play 'Othello', the character Iago manipulates Othello into feeling humiliated, leading to tragic consequences.