Meaning of the word mortified in English

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mortified

US /ˈmɔːr.t̬ə.faɪd/
UK /ˈmɔː.tɪ.faɪd/

Adjective

feeling extremely embarrassed or ashamed

Example:
I was absolutely mortified when I realized I had called her by the wrong name.
He was mortified by his parents' public display of affection.