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awkwardness

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɔkwɝdnəs// UK //ˈɔːkwədnəs// awk·ward·ness

n. a feeling of being uncomfortable or embarrassed in a situation. It can also describe a physical position that is difficult to hold or move in.

n. a state of being uncomfortable or embarrassed, often resulting from social tension or a lack of grace. Also refers to a physical position or object that is difficult to handle or move.


SIMPLE

The silence in the room made the awkwardness very clear.

CONTEXTUAL

The awkwardness of the situation was broken when the manager finally arrived to explain the mistake.

COMPLEX

The architect designed the building to minimize the awkwardness of the space, ensuring that the flow of traffic felt natural and unobstructed.

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Origin

From awkward + -ness.

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