Which statement defines chagrin most accurately?

• A. A sense of pride after making a mistake.
• B. A condition of mild fatigue.
• C. A feeling of being very annoyed, disappointed, or embarrassed because of failure, disappointment, or humiliation.
• D. A weather-related condition.

Answer: (C)

Chagrin is the feeling of being annoyed, disappointed, or embarrassed after a setback, mistake, or humiliation. The description that best defines it is the one that states a person feels very annoyed, disappointed, or embarrassed because of failure, disappointment, or humiliation. This captures the emotional mix that characterizes chagrin, rather than simply describing fatigue, pride, or something unrelated like weather. For example, if you miss an important deadline and feel embarrassed and let down, that relieved but uncomfortable mix is chagrin.