B1adjective 1K

Uncomfortable

🇬🇧 UK /["/ʌnˈkʌmftəbl//ʌnˈkʌmfətəbl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ʌnˈkʌmftəbl//ʌnˈkʌmfərtəbl/"]/

Meaning of Uncomfortable

not letting you feel physically comfortable; unpleasant to wear, sit on, etc.

In simple words: Feeling a little bit strange or uneasy.

Uncomfortable in a sentence

• I felt uncomfortable during the conversation about politics.
• The chair in her office is really uncomfortable to sit on for long periods.
• He spoke about his uncomfortable experiences in the past.
• Loud noises often make her feel uncomfortable in social situations.
• I tried on a dress that looked great, but it was very uncomfortable.

How to use Uncomfortable

Use 'uncomfortable' to describe physical or emotional discomfort. It's neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it to describe situations that are completely inappropriate; instead, use it for mild to moderate discomfort.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'uncomfortable' as 'un-comfy' — like sitting on a hard chair.

Related words

Collocations with Uncomfortable

• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• appear
• be
• feel
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• about
• at
• with
• appear
• be
• feel
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• about
• at
• with

Synonyms for Uncomfortable

• awkward
• uneasy
• discomforting
• tense
• strained

Opposites of Uncomfortable

• comfortable
• easy
• pleasant

Common mistakes with Uncomfortable

• Confused with 'comfortable' - remembering their opposites.
• Using it incorrectly for mild nerves instead of slight anxiety.
• Overusing in situations where 'awkward' might be more appropriate.

Frequently asked questions about Uncomfortable

What does Uncomfortable mean?

Feeling a little bit strange or uneasy.

What is the definition of Uncomfortable?

not letting you feel physically comfortable; unpleasant to wear, sit on, etc.

How do you use Uncomfortable in a sentence?

I felt uncomfortable during the conversation about politics.

Can you give another example of Uncomfortable?

The chair in her office is really uncomfortable to sit on for long periods.

What are synonyms for Uncomfortable?

Common alternatives include awkward, uneasy, discomforting, tense, strained.

What is the opposite of Uncomfortable?

Opposite meanings include comfortable, easy, pleasant.

What words go with Uncomfortable?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, about, at, with, appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, about, at, with.

What are common mistakes when using Uncomfortable?

Confused with 'comfortable' - remembering their opposites. Using it incorrectly for mild nerves instead of slight anxiety. Overusing in situations where 'awkward' might be more appropriate.

How do you pronounce Uncomfortable?

US: /["/ʌnˈkʌmftəbl//ʌnˈkʌmfərtəbl/"]/, UK: /["/ʌnˈkʌmftəbl//ʌnˈkʌmfətəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Uncomfortable?

Use 'uncomfortable' to describe physical or emotional discomfort. It's neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it to describe situations that are completely inappropriate; instead, use it for mild to moderate discomfort.

What CEFR level is Uncomfortable?

"Uncomfortable" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.