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mortifying Synonyms
Another word for mortifying
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• adjective (Context 1)
Causing intense embarrassment, shame, or humiliation.
Usage Example
"Forgetting the lyrics in the middle of the solo was a humiliating experience for the young singer."
Strongest
humiliating
embarrassing
Strong
shameful
chastening
demeaning
degrading
ignominious
cringeworthy
Opposites of mortifying
The opposite of mortifying shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
gratifying
flattering
dignifying
edifying
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mortifying. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mortifying