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stilted

adjective stilt·ed \ˈstil-təd\

: awkward especially because of being too formal

Full Definition of STILTED

1
a :  pompous, lofty
b :  formal, stiff
2
:  having the curve beginning at some distance above the impost <a stilted arch>
— stilt·ed·ly adverb
— stilt·ed·ness noun
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First Known Use of STILTED

1820

Related to STILTED

Synonyms
clumsy, gauche, graceless, inelegant, rough-hewn, rustic (also rustical), stiff, awkward, uncomfortable, uneasy, ungraceful, wooden
Antonyms
graceful, suave, urbane
STILTED Defined for Kids

stilted

adjective stilt·ed \ˈstil-təd\

Definition of STILTED for Kids

:  not easy and natural <a stilted speech>

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  2. stilt
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