Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

social-awkwardness

Noun

/ˈsoʊ.ʃəl ˈɔː.kwərd.nəs/

Definition

The state of feeling uncomfortable or uneasy in social situations.

Examples

His social awkwardness made it hard for him to join in group conversations.
She often felt social awkwardness during large gatherings.
Many people experience moments of social awkwardness, especially in unfamiliar settings.

Meaning

Social awkwardness refers to the difficulty some individuals experience when interacting with others, often leading to clumsy or inappropriate behavior in social settings.