uncomfortable

[ʌnˈkʌm.fə.tə.bəl]
[ʌnˈkʌm.fɚ.tə.bəl]
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An uncomfortable feeling is when something bothers or disturbs you in a way that makes you feel uneasy or tense.

When we talk about being uncomfortable, it usually means that something has made us feel awkward, embarrassed, or unhappy. This can be because of the situation itself, like being stuck on a crowded bus during rush hour, or because of how others are behaving around us, such as someone making loud noises in a quiet library. It's also common to feel uncomfortable when we're put on the spot or asked to do something we don't want to do, like public speaking or sharing personal stories with strangers. Sometimes, even certain foods or environments can make us feel uncomfortable - for example, eating spicy food that's too hot for our taste buds or being in a very crowded and noisy city square.

How common is "uncomfortable"?

Word uncomfortable is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

adjective

  • Not comfortable; causing discomfort.

    Example: The class squirmed and fidgeted in the uncomfortable new chairs.

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