Definition of Awkward

to act in a strange way

Examples of Awkward in a sentence

Meeting the in-laws for the first time created an awkward situation for me since nobody knew what to say.  🔊

Due to being overcrowded, I was forced to stand in an awkward position so that everyone could fit into the room.  🔊

Cindy noticed John’s nervousness during their awkward conversation about their upcoming date on Saturday.  🔊

The hooded man’s awkward presence in the room made everyone feel uneasy and suspicious.  🔊

Every new student has an awkward first day when they usually don’t know where they are going and sit alone at lunch.  🔊

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