いたたまらない

expression, i-adjective

unable to stay; feel like running away; can't bear to be there

Describes a feeling of acute discomfort, embarrassment, or guilt that makes one want to flee a place or situation. Often used in the phrase いたたまれない, which is a more common variant. The form いたたまらない is less frequent but carries the same meaning.

See also: いたたまれない

• 彼かれの前まえではいたたまらない気き持もちになった。

  I felt so uncomfortable I couldn't stay in front of him.

• あまりの恥はずかしさに、いたたまらなくなって席せきを立たった。

  I was so embarrassed I couldn't bear to stay and left my seat.