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uncomfortably

un·com·fort·ab·ly

uncomfortably

 
pronunciation:
uhn kuhmf tr bli
part of speech: adverb
definition 1: in a way that causes physical discomfort or pain.
He sat uncomfortably on top of the wooden fence.The corset was laced tightly and uncomfortably around her waist.
definition 2: in a state of emotional discomfort.
Her boyfriend waited uncomfortably with her silent parents until she finally descended the stairs.