awkwardly

awk-ward-ly

adverb

In a difficult, inconvenient, or problematic way.

"The box was awkwardly shaped."

adverb

In a clumsy, ungraceful, or physically difficult manner.

"He awkwardly tripped over the rug."

adverb

In a manner causing social discomfort or embarrassment.

"The silence hung awkwardly between them."