pokiness

/pəˈkɪnɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the quality or state of being poky or having a poky character

“The pokiness of the old house made it difficult to navigate its narrow corridors.”

2. noun

a poky or awkward quality, especially of movement or behavior

“Her pokiness made it hard for her to dance with her partner.”

Synonyms

  • awkwardness
  • clumsiness

Antonyms

  • elegance
  • gracefulness