Awkwardest

/ˈɔːkwərdɪst/ adjective

Definition

Most awkward; superlative form of awkward, meaning the most clumsy, uncomfortable, or ungraceful.

Etymology

From 'awkward' plus '-est' superlative suffix. Follows English's superlative-forming pattern, though 'most awkward' is more common in modern usage.

Kelly Says

The 'awkward' superlative is a great example of how English speakers are changing the language in real-time—many now prefer 'most awkward' over 'awkwardest,' showing how grammar evolves in our mouths!

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