Awkward
Awkward adjective - Lacking social grace and assurance.
Unseemly and awkward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Unseemly" instead an adjective "Awkward".
Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly
Unseemly
Unseemly adjective - Not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation.
Usage example: an unseemly interest in their host's income and expenses
Awkward and unseemly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Awkward" instead an adjective "Unseemly".
Nearby Word: unseemliness
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