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Awkward Definition & Meaning

1. Embarrassing or uncomfortable due to social ineptitude or lack of coordination.

Example: It was awkward when he tripped and spilled his drink all over the host's carpet.

2. Difficult to handle or manage due to complexity or unfamiliarity.

Example: The new software was awkward to navigate, and it took some time to get used to it.

3. Lacking grace or elegance, clumsy or ungainly.

Example: His awkward movements on the dance floor made everyone cringe.

4. Not well-suited or appropriate for a particular situation or purpose.

Example: It was awkward to wear a formal suit to a casual party.

5. Uncomfortable or inconvenient due to physical discomfort or lack of space.

Example: The cramped airplane seat made for an awkward 10-hour flight.

Examples of the word awkward used in sentences.

  • It was awkward when I forgot the lyrics in the middle of the song.
  • I had an awkward moment when I accidentally spilled my drink on my boss.
  • I felt awkward when I bumped into my ex at the grocery store.
  • It's awkward to ask for help when you don't know the language.
  • I always find it awkward to make small talk with strangers at parties.
  • I had an awkward moment when I realized I was wearing the same outfit as my friend to the party.
  • I felt so awkward when I accidentally sent a text meant for my friend to my boss instead.
  • It was awkward to explain to my teacher why I didn't have my homework done.
  • I always feel awkward when I have to introduce myself to people I don't know.
  • It was so awkward when I walked in on my boss crying in his office.
  • I recently started a new job and it's been a bit awkward trying to navigate the office politics.
  • It was awkward when I showed up to the party wearing the same outfit as my ex-girlfriend.
  • It's always awkward when you run into someone you know but can't remember their name.
  • The situation became awkward when the two friends started arguing over different opinions.
  • I felt awkward when my boss asked me to come into his office and I accidentally spilled my coffee all over his desk.
  • The silence between us during the car ride was quite awkward.
  • My friend and I had an awkward silence during lunch because we both realized we had nothing left to talk about.
  • It's always awkward when meeting new people and not knowing what to say.
  • It was awkward for me to try to speak Spanish because I don't know the language very well.
  • I felt awkward when I accidentally spilled water on my new dress.
  • It was really awkward when my phone rang in the middle of the movie.
  • The conversation became awkward when we realized we had completely different opinions.
  • I feel awkward around new people because I don't know what to say.
  • It was awkward when I tripped and spilled coffee on my friend's shirt.
  • It's always awkward when someone mispronounces my name.
  • I felt awkward when meeting my new colleagues for the first time.
  • It was an awkward moment when I realized I had forgotten my friend's birthday.
  • Trying to dance without any rhythm can be very awkward.
  • It was an awkward situation when I accidentally spilled coffee on my boss's shirt.
  • The conversation between them became awkward as soon as they brought up politics.
  • I felt awkward attending the party without knowing anyone there, but I ended up making some new friends.
  • It was an awkward moment when I accidentally spilled my drink on my date's shirt.
  • The silence between us was so awkward that I couldn't help but check my phone for any notifications.
  • It was awkward explaining to my boss why I couldn't make the meeting due to a family emergency.
  • I wished I had practiced my presentation in advance, because stumbling over my words made the situation even more awkward.
  • My dance moves are so awkward that I avoid going to parties where people are dancing.
  • It was awkward to navigate through the crowded room with my plate of food while trying not to spill anything on my outfit.
  • The silence between us during our first date was awkward, and I couldn't wait for it to end.
  • I felt awkward when my friend asked me about my breakup, and I didn't know how to respond.
  • It was awkward when my boss caught me scrolling through social media during a meeting with clients.
  • The comedian's jokes were met with an awkward silence, as the audience failed to find them amusing.
  • He couldn't hide his awkwardness as he stumbled over his words while proposing to his girlfriend in front of a large crowd.
  • Despite her impressive qualifications, the candidate's awkward demeanor during the interview left a poor impression on the hiring manager.
  • The silence in the room was awkward after the speaker's controversial comments on the contentious topic.
  • The new employee's lack of familiarity with the company's procedures led to several awkward situations in the workplace.
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