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awkward

/ɔːkwərd/ adjective · British & US
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What does awkward mean?

adjective

Causing or feeling discomfort or embarrassment because of being unsuitable or uncoordinated in a social situation. Lacking elegance or smoothness in movement or action.

Example

"She felt awkward in the formal dress, but tried to dance with confidence."

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