English Explanatory Dictionary

gawky

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Awkward, ungainly; lacking grace or dexterity in movement.
  2. Left-handed.
noun
  1. An awkward, ungainly person.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡɔːki/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-gawky.wav

Word forms

gawky gawkier gawkiest gawkies

Etymology

From gawk + -y.

Synonyms

gauche ungraceful

Derived words

gawkily gawkiness
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