embarrass about

embarrass (one) about (something)

To cause one to feel shame about someone or something. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "embarrass" and "about." Don't embarrass him about falling down on stage during the talent show—he's upset enough as it is. I didn't mean to embarrass Tyler about his crush on Caroline—I had no idea she overheard us talking. My big brother loves to embarrass me about every dumb thing I've ever done—it's so annoying.

See also: embarrass

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embarrass someone about someone or something

to make someone feel bad or ashamed about someone or something. Please don't embarrass me by mentioning my mistake again. There is no need to embarrass her about her unfortunate sister.

See also: embarrass

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