adj as in strong fondness

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humiliated, abased, mollified, saddened, ashamed

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Example Sentences

Example:She felt humiliated when her colleagues ridiculed her idea in front of the boss.

Definition:Experiencing the loss of one’s dignity or respect, often resulting from an embarrassing or shameful experience.

From humiliated

Example:The general felt abased after his troops were defeated in battle.

Definition:Reduced to a lower or more humble position or status.

From abased

Example:After a long argument, they finally reached a compromise and felt mollified.

Definition:Became calmer, especially after feeling hurt or angry.

From mollified

Example:The bad news saddened her deeply, especially when she learned about the wrong decision.

Definition:Feeling sorrow, especially because of loss or disappointment.

From saddened

Example:He was ashamed of his behavior and resolved to do better.

Definition:Feeling or showing a feeling of shame or disgrace.

From ashamed