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Awkward

/ˈɑkwɚd/

Someone or something that is awkward.

📖 Definitions of "Awkward"

noun
  1. 1

    Someone or something that is awkward.

adjective
  1. 1

    Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.

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

  2. 2

    Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.

    "An awkward silence had fallen."

  3. 3

    Lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction.

    "I'm very awkward at parties."

  4. 4

    Perverse; adverse; difficult to handle.

    "He's a right awkward chap."

adverb
  1. 1

    In a backwards direction.

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