gawky
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Awkward and clumsy in movement, especially describing someone tall and thin.
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Which word fits the gap? "He was a _____ teenager who seemed to trip over his own feet."
Answer: gawky
In your own words, what does "gawky" mean?
Awkward and clumsy in movement, especially describing someone tall and thin.
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