feeling or showing embarrassment

I felt quite embarrassed whenever I talked to her

an embarrassed silence

having or showing financial difficulties

he had to sort out the embarrassed financial affairs of his brother

cause (someone) to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed

she wouldn't embarrass either of them by making a scene

be caused financial difficulties

he would be embarrassed by estate duty

hamper or impede (a person or action)

the state of the rivers will embarrass the enemy