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uncomfortably

/ʌnˈkʌmftəbli/
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Adjective:uncomfortable
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• adverb

1

In a manner that causes or involves physical discomfort, pain, or cramping.

Example

"The passengers sat uncomfortably in the cramped cabin during the long overnight flight."

2

In a manner characterized by mental unease, awkwardness, or embarrassment.

Example

"He shifted uncomfortably in his chair when the interviewer asked about his employment gap."

3

To a degree that is troubling, excessive, or too close for comfort.

Example

"The wildfire burned uncomfortably close to the residential neighborhood before firefighters contained it."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uncomfortably. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uncomfortably
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