Other Words for Awkward

Filter Awkward Synonyms by Letter: A B C D E G H I L M O P R S T U W

Awkward as a Adjective has these synonyms:

clumsy, ungainly, left-handed, ham-handed, ham-fisted, blundering, bungling, maladroit, uncoordinated, undexterous, inexpert, gauche, unhandy, inept, oafish, unskilled, unskillful, all thumbs, butter-fingered, cack-handed
Example: In his awkward attempt at putting the watch back together, Sam left out a few parts.

dangerous, hazardous, risky, precarious, perilous
Example: Be careful, there's an awkward step here.

difficult, touchy, sensitive, embarrassing, delicate, unpleasant, uncomfortable, ticklish, tricky, trying, troublesome, sticky
Example: He's got himself into a very awkward situation indeed.

embarrassed, shamefaced, uncomfortable, ill at ease, uneasy, out of place, discomfited, confused
Example: He felt awkward being the only boy in the class. Terry made an awkward excuse and left the room.

ungraceful, ungainly, inelegant, wooden, gawky
Example: The ballerina made an awkward, flat-footed pirouette and stumbled off stage.

Search the Web for Awkward Synonyms: