Awkward
Awkward adjective - Lacking social grace and assurance.
Penitential and awkward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Penitential" instead an adjective "Awkward".
Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly
Penitential
Penitential adjective - Showing or constituting penance.
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Awkward and penitential are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Awkward" instead an adjective "Penitential".
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