Self-conscious
Pronunciation: /ˌsɛlfˈkɑːnʃəs/
Self-conscious (adj)
- Feeling nervous or uncomfortable because you think other people are noticing you.
- Aware of your own behaviour, appearance, or thoughts in a way that makes you feel awkward or tense.
- Too focused on how you seem to others, which can stop you from acting naturally.
Self-conscious (adjective)
Examples
- I felt self-conscious when everyone stared at me.
- She becomes self-conscious in crowded rooms.