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awkward

/ˈɔːkwərd/
awk · ward ˈɔːk · wərd
English Definition
adj. clumsy, uncomfortable
中文释义
尴尬的，笨拙的
Significado en Español
incómodo, torpe
한국어 뜻
어색한, 서투른
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
vụng về, lúng túng
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the synonym for the word “awkward”: Though she was eager to make a good impression, her __________ remarks during the meeting left everyone feeling uneasy.

  1. A uncomfortable
  2. B graceful
  3. C confident
  4. D cheerful
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A — uncomfortable. “awkward” means adj. clumsy, uncomfortable

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Common questions about “awkward”

What does “awkward” mean?

awkward — adj. clumsy, uncomfortable. In Chinese: 尴尬的，笨拙的.

How do you pronounce “awkward”?

awkward is pronounced /ˈɔːkwərd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: awk · ward.

Is “awkward” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. awkward appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “awkward”?

a(not)+wk(work)

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