Synonyms for Awkward
Definition of awkward
adjective
- causing inconvenience; "they arrived at an awkward time"
- lacking grace or skill in manner or movement or performance; "an awkward dancer"; "an awkward gesture"; "too awkward with a needle to make her own clothes"; "his clumsy fingers produced an awkward knot"
- difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape; "an awkward bundle to carry"; "a load of bunglesome paraphernalia"; "clumsy wooden shoes"; "the cello, a rather ungainly instrument for a girl"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "awkward"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like clumsy, clunky, cumbersome can replace "awkward" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "awkward" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Awkward" in song lyrics
See how awkward is used in real songs:
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"Cuz ya next stop's the crossroads and talkin awkward"
Buddha Monk f/ Dee, G-Note$, Grime, Menace, Ruggs McGusto — City Without a Heart -
"I'm sorry, I don't really work here - awkward"
Brother Ali f/ Nikki Jean — Shine On -
"awkward"
Cage — (Down) The Left Hand Path