uncomfortable
- 01 B1 Intermediate
describing something that does not feel good to your body, like a hard chair or tight shoes.
causing physical discomfort or mild pain due to poor design, fit, or environmental conditions.
Simple“These new shoes are very uncomfortable and give me blisters if I walk too far.”
In context“The budget airline's seats were notoriously uncomfortable, offering minimal legroom and almost no lumbar support for the six-hour flight.”
Antonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
feeling slightly painful or not relaxed in your body.
experiencing physical distress or a lack of ease.
Simple“I felt uncomfortable sitting on the floor for such a long time.”
In context“He became increasingly uncomfortable as the fever rose, finding it impossible to settle into a restful position despite the soft bedding.”
Antonyms - 03 B1 Intermediate
feeling embarrassed, nervous, or worried in a social situation.
experiencing mental unease, anxiety, or social awkwardness.
Simple“There was an uncomfortable silence after he asked about her ex-husband.”
In context“The candidate looked visibly uncomfortable when the interviewer began probing into the specific reasons for her sudden departure from her previous firm.”
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
describing a fact or situation that makes you feel worried because it is hard to deal with.
causing mental distress or moral unease because a situation is difficult to face or acknowledge.
Simple“The documentary reveals some uncomfortable truths about how our clothes are made.”
In context“The report presents an uncomfortable reality for the board, suggesting that their current strategy is no longer sustainable in the modern market.”
SynonymsAntonyms
From un- + comfortable.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.