adverb
- in a clumsy, awkward, or ungainly manner; with lack of grace or coordination
Usage: informal; often describes physical movement or behavior
Examples
- He gawkishly stumbled across the stage during the school play.
- She moved gawkishly in her new high heels, unsure of her footing.
- The tall teenager gawkishly navigated the crowded hallway between classes.
- He gawkishly attempted to catch the ball, missing it by several feet.
- The young dancer moved gawkishly at first, but improved with practice.
- She gawkishly knocked over the vase while reaching for the book on the shelf.