awkward
awkward
socially uncomfortable
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awkward belongs to the topic "Personality Traits". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
awkward synonyms
What's the difference between awkward / clumsy / ungainly / uncomfortable / embarrassed / gauche
Stresses lack of physical coordination or awkward movements.
He's clumsy with tools and often drops things.
Describes awkward, awkward-in-appearance or movement in a somewhat literary way.
The ungainly bird waddled across the lawn.
Focuses on physical or mental discomfort rather than awkwardness as clumsiness.
She felt uncomfortable sitting on the hard bench.
Refers to feeling ashamed or awkward because of something that happened.
She was embarrassed when she tripped on stage.
Literary/formal term for socially awkward or tactless behaviour.
His gauche remark upset several guests.
Implies being overly aware of oneself and worried about others' opinions.
He felt self-conscious speaking in front of the class.
Formal phrase meaning not relaxed or comfortable in a situation.
She looked ill-at-ease during the interview.
Pertains to lack of grace or refinement, more about style than social awkwardness.
The design is functional but inelegant.
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How to pronounce awkward and what this word means
awkward means awkward. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce awkward
/ˈɔːkwəd/
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awkward examples
I felt awkward when I forgot her name at the party.
awkward transcription
/ˈɔːkwəd/, /ˈɔkwɚd/
Questions about this word
awkward meaning: what does it mean?
socially uncomfortable
awkward pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
awkward is pronounced as /ˈɔːkwəd/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
awkward definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
I felt awkward when I forgot her name at the party. Translation: Мне было неловко, когда я забыл её имя на вечеринке.
Is awkward part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
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