gawkies
/ˈɡɔːkiz/
NOUN
1. Awkward or clumsy people
People who are physically awkward, clumsy, or lacking coordination and social grace.
1.1. People who are physically clumsy
People who move awkwardly, frequently stumble, or lack physical coordination and dexterity.
Synonyms
- klutzes
- clodhoppers
- bunglers
- stumblers
- fumblers
- lummoxes
Antonyms
- athletes
- acrobats
- nimble people
- graceful people
Examples
- The gawkies kept stumbling over their feet during the dance rehearsal.
- The group of gawkies struggled to carry the furniture without dropping anything.
- Even the most experienced performers occasionally looked like gawkies during practice.
Related Words
- clumsiness
- awkwardness
- ineptitude
- coordination
- dexterity
1.2. Foolish or socially awkward people
People regarded as foolish, inept, or lacking good judgment and social sophistication.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- sophisticates
- experts
- intellectuals
- competent people
Examples
- The gawkies at the formal dinner struggled to follow proper etiquette.
- He jokingly called his friends a bunch of gawkies after their clumsy performance.
- The experienced guide patiently helped the gawkies learn the basics.
Related Words
- foolishness
- ineptitude
- naivety
- incompetence
- social awkwardness