Discomfit
Pronunciation: /ˈdɪsˈkɑmˈfɪt/
Discomfit (verb)
- To make someone feel upset, confused, or uncomfortable, especially because of an unexpected problem.
- To stop someone from acting well by making them look foolish or lose confidence.
Examples
- The sudden noise discomfits everyone in the room.
- Unclear instructions can discomfit new students.