Awkward and Perverse

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Awkward adjective - Lacking social grace and assurance.

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Perverse is a synonym for awkward in contrary topic. In some cases you can use "Perverse" instead an adjective "Awkward", when it comes to topics like uncooperative, unreasonable.

Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly

Perverse adjective - Not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation.

Usage example: a convicted criminal seemed like a perverse choice for scoutmaster

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Awkward is a synonym for perverse. Sometimes you can use "Awkward" instead an adjective "Perverse".

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