Meaning of awkward | Babel Free

Definitions

1. uncomfortable
2. Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.
3. Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.
4. Lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction.
5. Perverse; adverse; difficult to handle.

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Examples

“John was awkward at performing the trick. He'll have to practice to improve.”

“That was an extremely awkward moment. Everyone was watching.”

“An awkward silence had fallen.”

“I'm very awkward at parties.”

“Things got awkward when my boss tried a cheesy pick-up line on me.”

“He's a right awkward chap.”

“These cabinets are going to be very awkward when we move.”

“Clearing up rock and fallen vegetation at such an awkward site required a team of specialist geoengineers.”

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