adj
dorky
adj
1
Awkward or uncool in a slightly endearing way.
"His dorky laugh was somehow one of his most charming qualities."
"The costume was a bit dorky, but everyone loved it."
How to Use Dorky
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something or someone a little awkward or uncool, usually in a likeable way.
Common pairings
dorky grin
dorky sense of humor
a bit dorky
Word Forms
dorkier comparative, dorkiest superlative
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Etymology
"Dork" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-y."