abasement

"My brother flunked biology because he cheated on his mid-term."

"The public announcement of his mistake caused a significant humiliation for him. "

"Since his driver's license had expired, John had to resigned it at the DMV. "

"My favorite position in the classroom is near the window. "

"Waiter, please bring me a single malt whiskey."

"He is a student of life."

"The young chess champion was humbled after losing to a beginner. "

"Is anyone here afraid of suffering hardship?"

"The champion tennis player's unexpected loss to a newcomer was incredibly humbling. "

"The bully was abasing the younger student by making him do his homework in front of the whole class. "

"Their affair was reported as a scandal by most tabloids."

"The politician spoke at the school assembly about the importance of community involvement. "