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awkward
Definitions
An unusual state of feeling unnerved or anxiousuncomfortable, weird
(Expression) feeling nervous or shy to speak
Usage: i am feeling awkward
odd, out of place
Feeling uneasy
Usage: "I accidentally asked her where her cat was, forgetting that it died. It was very awkward."
A male euphemism for pregnancy. See pregnant for synonyms.
(Adjective) difficult or embarrassing moment
(Adjective) strange, weird
Usage: that is an awkward situation
(Adjective) Lacking grace and/or ease in an activity.
Usage: He looked awkward trying to play ball.
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