American English
/ənˈkʰəmf.tɚ.bl̩/
4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Not pleasant or easy to sit in, wear, or use.
Practice out loudNot pleasant or easy to sit in, wear, or use.
This chair is uncomfortable.
These shoes are uncomfortable to wear.
an uncomfortable chair · uncomfortable shoes · an uncomfortable position
an uncomfortable + noun
be/feel uncomfortable + in/with + noun
Feeling physically or emotionally not at ease.
I felt uncomfortable in the crowded room.
She feels uncomfortable talking about money.
This word can describe a person’s feelings or something that causes those feelings.
feel uncomfortable · make someone uncomfortable · feel uncomfortable about something
feel/be uncomfortable + in/with + noun
make someone uncomfortable
Making people feel embarrassed, worried, or unsure what to say or do.
There was an uncomfortable silence after his question.
The interview became uncomfortable when she asked about his age.
an uncomfortable silence · an uncomfortable question · an uncomfortable conversation
an uncomfortable + noun
become/get uncomfortable + during/when + noun or clause
to feel uneasy or not at ease
I feel uncomfortable in large groups.
to cause someone to feel uneasy or embarrassed
His jokes made everyone uncomfortable.