Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stand-awkwardly
verb
/stænd ˈɔːkwərdli/
Definition
To be positioned in a way that feels uncomfortable or uneasy.
Examples
She tended to stand awkwardly during social gatherings, shifting her weight from foot to foot.
Even though he was enjoying the party, he still stood awkwardly in the corner.
Meaning
The term suggests a physical posture that is not natural or fluid, often resulting in a sense of discomfort.
Synonyms
- Uncomfortably
- Uneasily
- Awkwardly
- Inelegantly
