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uncomfortable

adjective B1 Neutral

Meaning

Feeling uneasy or not at ease in a situation.
💡 Don't confuse "uncomfortable" with "comfortable," which means feeling relaxed.

Example Sentences

Are you feeling uncomfortable in this chair ?
I felt uncomfortable sitting in that hard chair all day .
The chair was uncomfortable , so I did not sit long .
This chair is uncomfortable to sit on for a long time .

Word in Context

I went to a small party at my friend's house last night . At first I felt uncomfortable because I did not know many people there . I stayed near the kitchen and talked to one person who seemed friendly . After a while I started to relax and enjoyed the music . Before I left I thanked my friend and felt happy that I stayed .

Common Phrases

feel uncomfortable make someone uncomfortable uncomfortable situation

Synonyms

Antonyms

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