Meaning of discomfited in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    discomfited

    Definitions

    1. disappointingly unsuccessful

    Examples

    • « disappointed expectations and thwarted ambitions »
    • « their foiled attempt to capture Calais »
    • « many frustrated poets end as pipe-smoking teachers »
    • « his best efforts were thwarted »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. caused to feel self-conscious and uncomfortable

    Examples

    • « was discomfited by the personal questions »
    • « the child felt embarrassed by the attention of the adults »

    Synonyms

  3. Noun

    discomfited

    Definitions

    1. people who are defeated

    Examples

    • « the Romans had no pity for the defeated »

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