Awkward and Masterful

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Awkward adjective - Showing or marked by a lack of skill and tact (as in dealing with a situation).

Usage example: her awkward handling of the seating arrangements at the wedding reception resulted in many hurt feelings

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Masterful is an antonym for awkward.

Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly

Masterful adjective - Accomplished with trained ability.

Usage example: a masterful performance of a difficult piece for the violin

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Awkward is an antonym for masterful in expert topic.

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