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gaucheness

/ˈɡɔːʃnɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does gaucheness mean?

noun

A lack of tact or good taste; awkwardness or clumsiness. Gaucheness is often characterized by an inability to navigate social situations with ease.

Example

"Her gaucheness was evident in the way she accidentally spilled her drink on the host's expensive carpet."

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