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mortification vs chagrin

chagrin vs mortification

mortification and chagrin both are nouns.

mortification is not a verb while chagrin is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
mortification Yes No No No
chagrin Yes No Yes No
As nouns, mortification and chagrin are synonyms defined as:
  • mortification and chagrin: strong feelings of embarrassment
Other synonyms of mortification include humiliation.
mortification (noun) chagrin (noun)
(Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself) strong feelings of embarrassment
an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect
strong feelings of embarrassment
the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
mortification (verb) chagrin (verb)
cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
Difference between mortification and chagrin

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