Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

socially-inept

adjective
/ˈsoʊʃəli ɪˈnɛpt/
Definition
Lacking the skills or ability to interact effectively in social situations.
Examples
  • Despite his intelligence, he often felt socially inept at parties.
  • Her socially inept behavior made it hard for her to make friends.
Meaning
The term socially-inept describes someone who finds it difficult to understand social cues or engage comfortably with others, often leading to awkward or inappropriate interactions.
Synonyms
  • socially awkward
  • unsocial
  • clumsy in social settings
  • inapt