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uncomfortable

Pronunciation: [ʌnˈkʌmfərtəbl]

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Learn how to use uncomfortable in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “physical sensation”

(adjective) when something causes you to feel pain, unease, or annoyance. If your clothes are too tight or if you're sitting in a hard chair for a long time, you might feel uncomfortable.

Example

She felt uncomfortable in her new shoes at the party because they were a bit too tight.

Example

He was very comfortable lying on the soft couch and didn’t want to move.

Example

Why do you look so uncomfortable in that chair?

Context: “emotional state”

(adjective) when a situation makes you feel anxious or embarrassed. If someone brings up a topic you don’t like in a conversation, you might feel uncomfortable.

Example

During the meeting, she felt uncomfortable talking about her mistakes, but she learned from them.

Example

He was completely at ease sharing his ideas and didn't feel uncomfortable at all.

Example

Did the surprise announcement make anyone uncomfortable?

How to pronounce uncomfortable

Pronunciation: [ʌnˈkʌmfərtəbl]

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