Gawky and Improper

Gawky

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

Improper and gawky are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Improper" instead an adjective "Gawky".

Nearby Words: gawk, gawked, gawking

Improper

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

Gawky and improper are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gawky" instead an adjective "Improper".

Nearby Word: improperly
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Improper and Gawky. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/gawky/improper
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