awkward

  • (noun): Someone or something that is awkward.
  • (adjective): Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.
  • (adjective): Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.
  • (adjective): Lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction.
  • (adjective): Perverse; adverse; difficult to handle.
  • (adverb): In a backwards direction.
  • John was awkward at performing the trick. He'll have to practice to improve.
  • An awkward silence had fallen.
  • I'm very awkward at parties.
  • He's a right awkward chap.