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Definition awkwardly in American English

awkwardly adverb

adverb
/ˈɔkwərdli/
1

in a way that shows you are not comfortable, relaxed, or confident

Example

They smiled awkwardly at the camera.

Example

She responded awkwardly to the allegations.

Synonyms and related words
shy uncertain retiring
2

with difficulty or in a way that is not graceful

Example

He scrambled awkwardly to his feet.

Synonyms and related words
clumsy awkward ungainly
Definition awkwardly in American English