Gawkish and Nimble

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Gawkish adjective - Having or showing an inability to move in a graceful manner.

Usage example: the kind of gawkish girl who trips while receiving her high school diploma

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Nimble is an antonym for gawkish.

Nimble adjective - Having or showing quickness of mind.

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Gawkish is an antonym for nimble.

Nearby Word: nimbly

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