Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dorkiness

Noun

/ˈdɔːrkiness/

Definition

The quality of being socially awkward, goofy, or clumsy in a lovable or endearing way.

Examples

His dorkiness made him the life of the party, always cracking jokes and making everyone laugh.
She embraced her dorkiness by wearing mismatched socks and collecting quirky memorabilia.
Their dorkiness brought them closer together, as they shared similar interests in comic books and video games.

Meaning

Dorkiness refers to the characteristics or behavior of a person who may seem out of touch with social norms, often displaying clumsiness or an eccentric personality that can be charming and relatable.