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awkward
/ˈɑkwɚd/
noun
Someone or something that is awkward.
adjective
Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.
"John was awkward at performing the trick. He'll have to practice to improve."
Similar: clumsy, lubberly, ungraceful, unhandy
Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.
"An awkward silence had fallen."
Lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction.
"I'm very awkward at parties."
Similar: maladroit
adverb
In a backwards direction.
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