awkwardly
awkwardly

awkwardness


Definition: Meaning of, awkwardness in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈɔːkwədnəs /

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  1. unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training
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    clumsiness, ineptness, ineptitude, maladroitness, slowness, cack-handedness
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  2. the quality of an embarrassing situation
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    nuisance value
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  3. the carriage of someone whose movements and posture are ungainly or inelegant
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    clumsiness
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  4. as by embarrassment the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed
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    clumsiness, gracelessness, stiffness
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  5. trouble in carrying or managing caused by bulk or shape
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    cumbersomeness, unwieldiness
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