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Today’s Word

Part of Speech

noun

Definition

• The act of discomfiting.
• The state of being discomfited.
• Archaic: Defeat in battle; rout.

History

This word was first used in the 14th century, as meaning to find discomfiting. From the Middle English, from Anglo-French descumfit, past participle of descumfire, from des- or dis- and cumfire to prepare.

Synonyms

abashment, embarrassment, fluster

Antonyms

aplomb, composure, poise

Usage and Examples

Here are a couple of examples:

• Jack enjoyed their discomfiture, and was secure in his safety.
• Leo laughed at his discomfiture even as Brenden hung his head in shame.