i misunderstood what someone said to me at work today . i thought they said something offensive , and i reacted immediately . it turns out they said a different word . i felt mortified and kept apologizing profusely i am glad it was resolved . it was sort of resolved . everyone still feels a little awkward . hopefully it will get to that point where it becomes an inside joke and we can all laugh about it . i sure hope that happens .
A misunderstanding and overreaction to a perceived offensive remark caused the feeling of embarrassment.