Self-conscious

Pronunciation: /ˌsɛlfˈkɑːnʃəs/

Self-conscious (adj)

  1. Feeling nervous or uncomfortable because you think other people are noticing you.
  2. Aware of your own behaviour, appearance, or thoughts in a way that makes you feel awkward or tense.
  3. 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.