adjective
gawk′i·er, gawk′i·est awkward or ungainly, often, specif., from being disproportionately tall
Origin of gawky
probably from Middle English gouki, foolish from gouk: see gowk
adjective
The definition of gawky is awkward or clumsy.
An example of gawky is a newborn animal that is trying to stand for the first time.
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adjective
gawk·i·er, gawk·i·estAwkward; ungainly.
Related Forms:
- gawk′i·ly
adverb
- gawk′i·ness
noun
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Adjective
(comparative gawkier, superlative gawkiest)
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Sentence Examples
- In contrast, early physical maturation can be embarrassing for girls, who may feel gawky and self-conscious in their newly developed bodies.