Chagrin is a complex emotion that combines disappointment, frustration, and humiliation. It is a feeling that arises when one's expectations are dashed or when one feels exposed or embarrassed due to a mistake, failure, or personal shortcoming. Although often associated with personal failures, chagrin can also be felt when someone else behaves in a way that causes embarrassment. The emotion is common in both social and professional contexts, and learning to cope with chagrin is a part of emotional intelligence. Understanding the causes of chagrin can help individuals handle such emotions more effectively and avoid prolonged negative feelings that could lead to stress or anxiety.
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Word 'chagrin' in Other Languages
- chagrin in Assamese অসমীয়া
- chagrin in Bengali বাংলা
- chagrin in Bodo बड़ो
- chagrin in Dogri डोगरी
- chagrin in English
- chagrin in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- chagrin in Hindi हिन्दी
- chagrin in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- chagrin in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- chagrin in Konkani कोंकणी
- chagrin in Maithili মৈথিলী
- chagrin in Malayalam മലയാളം
- chagrin in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- chagrin in Marathi मराठी
- chagrin in Nepali नेपाली
- chagrin in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- chagrin in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- chagrin in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- chagrin in Santali
- chagrin in Sindhi سنڌي
- chagrin in Tamil தமிழ்
- chagrin in Telugu తెలుగు
- chagrin in Urdu اُردُو
Chagrin
Part of Speech
Noun, Verb
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈɡrɪn/
Definitions
- Noun: A feeling of distress or embarrassment caused by humiliation or failure.
- Verb: To cause someone to feel distress or embarrassment.
Usage Examples
- She felt a deep sense of chagrin when she realized she had forgotten the meeting.
- His failure to complete the project on time chagrined him deeply.
Etymology
Derived from the French word "chagrin," meaning "sorrow" or "grief," which is related to the Old French "chagrin" meaning "roughness" or "coarseness" (from "chagrin," meaning "rough skin," or "scurf"). The word has evolved to signify a deep sense of personal disappointment or humiliation.
Synonyms
- Embarrassment
- Disappointment
- Humiliation
- Regret
- Distress
Antonyms
- Happiness
- Pride
- Joy
- Satisfaction
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | Chagrin | /ʃəˈɡrɪn/ |
| Spanish | Pesadumbre | /peˈsaðumβɾe/ |
| German | Bedauern | /bəˈdʌʊɐn/ |
| Italian | Dispiacere | /diˈspjatsere/ |
| Hindi | दुःख | /dʊʧkʰ/ |
| Chinese | 懊悔 | /ào huǐ/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /ʃəˈɡrɪn/
American English: /ʃəˈɡrɪn/ (same as British)
Historical Usage
The word "chagrin" first appeared in English in the 18th century, borrowing from the French "chagrin," meaning grief or sorrow. Over time, it became more closely associated with a personal feeling of embarrassment or frustration, often linked to failure or humiliation. Its use in both noun and verb forms has allowed it to describe both the emotion itself and the act of causing such an emotion in others.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, feelings of chagrin or embarrassment are often seen as personal failings. In some societies, this feeling is tied to notions of pride and reputation, where an individual's social standing may be affected by public embarrassment. In modern contexts, however, the use of "chagrin" has broadened to encompass a wide range of disappointments, from minor personal mishaps to significant social or professional failures.