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- DictionaryAwk·ward·ness/ˈôkwərdnəs/
noun
- 1. the quality of being awkward: "there was a moment of awkwardness"
AWKWARDNESS definition: 1. embarrassment, or a situation that is difficult and not relaxed: 2. the situation of being…. Learn more.
The meaning of AWKWARD is lacking dexterity or skill (as in the use of hands). How to use awkward in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Awkward.
difficult to use, do, or deal with: It's an awkward corner, so take it slowly. Some of the questions were rather awkward. It was an awkward ascent, but we reached the top eventually. [ + to infinitive ] My car's quite awkward to drive. He's an awkward customer (= a difficult person to deal with).
Definitions of awkwardness. noun. trouble in carrying or managing caused by bulk or shape. synonyms: cumbersomeness, unwieldiness. see more. noun. unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training. synonyms: clumsiness, ineptitude, ineptness, maladroitness, slowness. see more.
1. Not graceful; ungainly. 2. a. Not dexterous; clumsy. b. Clumsily or unskillfully performed: The opera was marred by an awkward aria. 3. a. Difficult to handle or manage: an awkward bundle to carry. b. Difficult to effect; uncomfortable: an awkward pose. 4. a.
the fact that somebody moves in a way that is not easy or attractive. Definition of awkwardness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Awkward definition, lacking skill or dexterity. See more.
