ˌən-ˈkəm(p)(f)-tər-bəl
1
as in harsh
causing discomfort
unfortunately, dressing up for the dance meant wearing an uncomfortable shirt
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2
as in embarrassing
causing embarrassment
the uncomfortable situation of running into an ex-friend at a social gathering
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3
as in uneasy
lacking social grace and assurance
a person who is uncomfortable at parties with lots of strangers
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Recent Examples of uncomfortable
All others are available, with Studio TF1 targeting European sales, as some other territories remain uncomfortable buying non-English-language international scripted.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025
If the point of Tilly Norwood is to make people uncomfortable, then mission accomplished.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
Though visibly a bit uncomfortable, Zelah responded to Caroline’s question.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 8 Oct. 2025
Her fiancé is worried that guests would feel uncomfortable giving gifts without seeing the vows, and the couple eventually reaches a compromise.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025
If the point of Tilly Norwood is to make people uncomfortable, then mission accomplished.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
Though visibly a bit uncomfortable, Zelah responded to Caroline’s question.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 8 Oct. 2025
Her fiancé is worried that guests would feel uncomfortable giving gifts without seeing the vows, and the couple eventually reaches a compromise.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncomfortable
Adjective
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Never use bleach to clean the toilet tank as this harsh chemical can damage the tank's interior and lead to faster corrosion.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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Except, much like the prison scenes, Kiss of the Spider Woman‘s reality ends up being much harsher than the fantasy.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Each side in this debate has to deal with an embarrassing fact.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
7 Oct. 2025
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If the Yankees cannot shrug off the 2-0 series deficit, then Boone could be in hot water, especially with the pair of embarrassing losses to the Blue Jays.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With losses come uneasy fan bases, and with uneasy fan bases come edgy owners with itchy fingers, and with edgy owners and itchy fingers come coaches on hot seats.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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As their schemes spiral, father and son are forced into an uneasy alliance to save the family from total implosion.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The wife noted that her broken arm is still sore.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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Max Strus is already out for the first part of the season after an offseason Jones fracture, while presumptive starting forward De’Andre Hunter has never played more than 67 games in a season, and his persistently sore knees require constant monitoring.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That’s six games without a goal now for their new striker, who still looks awkward in this side.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The onion on top is a little awkward to cut and to eat, so think of this as a knife-and-fork cornbread.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Actually, Alma does suffer from ulcers, which cause her extraordinary stomach pain and vomiting at inconvenient moments, and cause viewers to wonder not if but when such clumsy symbolic traits will be trotted out in the future.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
9 Oct. 2025
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There had to be an element of her that was sort of clumsy.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Mario Vuskovic’s suspension in 2022 was part of that struggle, another painful situation to overcome.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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In place of pesky underwire — which is uncomfortable at best, and downright painful at its worst — the bra uses a sturdy elastic band and adjustable straps to provide comfortable support.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This can prevent mold and mildew growth, which can lead to unpleasant odors and damage to the dishwasher.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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But too much fiber at once can cause unpleasant gastrointestinal issues, like gas and bloating.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Uncomfortable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncomfortable. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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