What is the meaning of humiliating?

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verb

Cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of.
- usage: "He humiliated his colleague by criticising him in front of the boss"
- synonyms: humiliate, mortify, chagrin, humble, abase

adjective

Causing awareness of your shortcomings.
- usage: "golf is a humbling game"
- synonyms: demeaning, humbling, mortifying

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