|
The state or characteristic of being feeling shy, embarrassed, or self-conscious
“George fought hard to overcome his awkwardness and was determined to ask Lorraine out on a date.”
Clumsiness or inelegance in doing something
“I am a naval officer, with legs that walk decks, but suffer bouts of awkwardness when attempting to dance.”
The state or fact of being troublesome or aggravating
“I had to endure the awkwardness of having to take part in a family get-together in which some members were not on cordial terms.”
The state or quality of being unwieldy or cumbersome
“Krista hugged him despite the awkwardness of the heavy pack he still wore.”
A feeling of unease or embarrassment
The state or condition of being stroppy
The state or act being difficult to deal with in one's behavior or manner
Having the potential to inflame emotions
Stiffness or inhibition of one's behavior, approach or manner
The state of being argumentative
Awkwardness or clumsiness in speaking or expressing oneself accompanied by hesitation
The quality or state of being insubordinate
Behavior that is considered improper or mischievous
The state or quality of being socially awkward
The quality of being inexpressive
A mistake arising from or resulting in confusion
Related Words and Phrases
|
