Definition

More uncomfortable or clumsy than something else.

Example

He felt even awkwarder when he realized he had forgotten her name.

Conversation

I felt so awkwarder at the party last night compared to last week.

Really? I thought you handled yourself pretty well.

Maybe, but I just couldn't find the right words to say.

I get that; sometimes it can be even awkwarder when you don’t know many people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Awkwarder is formed from "awkward" (from Old Norse *afkvart*, meaning turned away or off) and "-er" (meaning a person who). The word "awkwarder" refers to a person who is more awkward or clumsy than others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'turned away' ('awkward') from grace or ease, and the '-er' indicates that this person is more so than others.

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