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Uncommonawkward
The correct spelling is awkward.
How to pronounce awkward
/ˈɑkwɚd/
nounIPA: /ˈɑkwɚd/
Say it like: Awk-war-d
The correct spelling is awkward. Someone or something that is awkward. For example: "John was awkward at performing the trick. He'll have to practice to improve."
Usage Examples
“John was awkward at performing the trick. He'll have to practice to improve.”
“An awkward silence had fallen.”
“I'm very awkward at parties.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.Someone or something that is awkward.
adjective
- 1.Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.
- 2.Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.
- 3.Lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction.
- 4.Perverse; adverse; difficult to handle.
adverb
- 1.In a backwards direction.
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