1. the quality of being clumsy or lacking grace in movement or manner
2. the quality of causing embarrassment or social discomfort
3. the quality of being difficult to handle or deal with

Examples

• His awkwardness on the dance floor was obvious to everyone.
• The awkwardness of the situation made everyone uncomfortable.
• She tried to hide her social awkwardness at the party.
• The awkwardness of carrying the large package made her trip.
• There was an awkwardness in their conversation after the argument.
• The awkwardness of the tool’s design made it hard to use.
• He moved with the awkwardness of someone still learning to walk.