How to pronounce Mortify?

The correct way to pronounce Mortify is [MOR-tuh-fy]. Emphasis is on the 2 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Mortify, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Mortify?

Mortify – to cause someone to feel embarrassed or ashamed. It can also refer to the act of subduing one's bodily desires or passions. This is often done through self-denial or discipline. The word indicates a profound level of embarrassment. Mortification can occur in social situations, especially when someone feels humiliated.

Examples of usage of Mortify

  1. She was mortified when she realized she had been wearing her shirt inside out all day.
  2. He tried to mortify his appetites by fasting for a week.
  3. The comedian's jokes mortified some audience members, leaving them feeling uncomfortable.
  4. The teacher didn't mean to mortify the student, but the harsh feedback was embarrassing.
  5. Finding out that everyone saw her slip caused her to feel truly mortified.