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Meaning of awkwardly
The primary meaning of the word "awkwardly" is to do something in an ungainly or uncoordinated manner.
Etymology of awkwardly
The word "awkwardly" originates from the Old English and Old Norse words "awak" and "vækr", which mean "backwards" or "opposite", and the suffix "-ward" or "-ly", which forms an adverb
Historically, the word "awkward" initially meant "in the wrong direction" or "backwards", and over time its meaning evolved to include the sense of clumsiness or lack of skill
Synonyms
clumsily
ungainly
inelegantly
stiffly
jerkily
spasmodically
fitfully
uncoordinatedly
ganglingly
gawkily
lumberingly
crudely
crudely
roughly
unskillfully
inexpertly
maladroitly
amateurishly
ineptly
awkward
clumsily
unhandily
ineptly
ungracefully
woodenly
stiffly
rigidly
formally
selfconsciously
nervously
hesitantly
tentatively
uncertainly
uncomfortably
embarrassingly
uncomfortably
strainedly
unnaturally
forcedly
laboriously
Definitions
- In a clumsy or inelegant way, lacking skill or coordination
- In a way that is embarrassing or uncomfortable because it is not natural or spontaneous
- Without ease or grace, often causing embarrassment or discomfort to oneself or others
Usage Examples
- She moved awkwardly in her new high heels, struggling to balance.
- He spoke awkwardly, fumbling over his words during the presentation.
- The team played awkwardly, failing to coordinate their moves on the field.
Antonyms
smoothly
skillfully
elegantly
gracefully
effortlessly
naturally
spontaneously
confidently
competently
adeptly
proficiently
expertly
deftly
nimbly
quickly
readily
easily
fluently
precisely
accurately
neatly
tidily
orderly
methodically
systematically
logically