mortifying
adjectiveHow many syllables in mortifying?
There are 4 syllables in the word mortifying.Divide mortifying into syllables:
mor · ti · fy · ing
How to pronounce mortifying:
Definition of mortifying:
- mortifying (adjective):
- causing feelings of strong shame or embarrassment
- adjective. causing awareness of your shortcomings.
Synonyms for mortifying:
confusing
crushing
debasing
degrading
demeaning
difficult
disagreeable
embarrassing
humbling
humiliating
ignominious
impossible
inconvenient
intolerable
shameful
shaming
troublesome
undignified
unpleasant
unsettling
unwieldy
upsetting
Antonyms for mortifying:
affecting
cheerful
cheering
doleful
eloquent
emotional
encouraging
expressive
fervent
gladdening
heart-warming
heartening
heartfelt
inspirational
inspiring
inspiriting
instigative
meaningful
mournful
moving
passionate
profound
significant
sincere
soulful
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