awkwardness

🇺🇸 /ˈɔːkwərdnəs/ 🇬🇧 /ˈɔːkwədnəs/
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noun
R

A feeling of embarrassment or discomfort.

The awkwardness in the room was palpable when they met again after the argument.

R

A situation or object that is difficult to handle or deal with.

The awkwardness of the room layout made it difficult to move around.

R

A lack of grace or skill in movement.

Despite his natural talent, his awkwardness on the dance floor was noticeable.

translation

n. A feeling of embarrassment or discomfort.; A situation or object that is difficult to handle or deal with.; A lack of grace or skill in movement.

Word Forms

Plural awkwardnesses