1. the quality or state of being awkward, clumsy, or ungainly in movement or manner
Usage: uncountable; often used to describe physical awkwardness, especially in adolescents
2. the quality of being socially awkward or lacking social grace
Usage: uncountable; informal

Examples

• The teenager's gawkiness gradually disappeared as she matured and gained confidence.
• His gawkiness on the dance floor made everyone smile sympathetically.
• Despite her initial gawkiness, she became an excellent athlete.
• The young actor's gawkiness added authenticity to his role as an awkward teenager.
• She tried to hide her gawkiness by sitting in the back of the classroom.
• His gawkiness in social situations improved after he joined the debate team.