uncomfortable
Translation
uncomfortable, uneasy, awkward
Examples
This chair is very uncomfortable.
This chair is very uncomfortable.
I felt uncomfortable at the party.
I felt uncomfortable at the party.
He asked an uncomfortable question.
He asked an uncomfortable question.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) uncomfortable to be in a state of discomfort This chair is uncomfortable.
feel uncomfortable to experience a feeling of discomfort I feel uncomfortable about this.
Similar Words
Synonyms: awkward, uneasy; Antonyms: comfortable, pleasant
Etymology
From the prefix 'un-' (not) and 'comfortable' (providing physical ease). Literally 'not comfortable'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'UN-COMFY'. If a situation or object is not comfy, it's uncomfortable.