Awkward
Awkward adjective - Lacking social grace and assurance.
Sheepish and awkward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sheepish" instead an adjective "Awkward".
Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly
Sheepish
Sheepish adjective - Not comfortable around people.
Usage example: a sheepish scholar who is most comfortable when surrounded by books
Awkward and sheepish are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Awkward" instead an adjective "Sheepish".
Nearby Words: sheep, sheepishly
Mutual synonyms
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