Awkwardly: meaning, definitions and examples
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awkwardly
[ ˈɔːkwərdli ]
in a clumsy or uncomfortable manner
Awkwardly is an adverb that describes doing something in a clumsy or uncomfortable manner. It is often used to indicate a lack of grace or ease in movement or behavior.
Synonyms
clumsily, inelegantly, uncomfortably
Examples of usage
- She tripped over her own feet and fell awkwardly.
- He tried to dance, but moved awkwardly to the music.
- The conversation ended awkwardly, with an uncomfortable silence.
Translations
Translations of the word "awkwardly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desajeitadamente
🇮🇳 अजीब तरह से
🇩🇪 umständlich
🇮🇩 canggung
🇺🇦 незграбно
🇵🇱 niezręcznie
🇯🇵 ぎこちなく
🇫🇷 maladroitement
🇪🇸 torpemente
🇹🇷 sakarca
🇰🇷 어색하게
🇸🇦 بشكل محرج
🇨🇿 nemotorně
🇸🇰 nemotorne
🇨🇳 笨拙地
🇸🇮 nerodno
🇮🇸 klaufalega
🇰🇿 икемсіз
🇬🇪 უხერხულად
🇦🇿 səfeh şəkildə
🇲🇽 torpemente
Word origin
The word 'awkwardly' originated from the Middle English word 'awkward', which meant 'in the wrong direction' or 'backhanded'. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe actions or movements that were not smooth or graceful. The adverb form 'awkwardly' came into use to describe how something is done in an uncomfortable or clumsy manner. It has been in use for centuries to convey a sense of unease or lack of coordination in various situations.
See also: awkwardness.