adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
awkward; jerky; stiff; stilted
Describes movements, speech, or behavior that is not smooth or natural; often used with する to mean 'to be awkward' or 'to move jerkily'.
緊張して、動きがぎくしゃくしてしまった。
I was nervous and my movements became awkward.
The conversation was stilted on our first date.
adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
Used for relationships or atmospheres that have become tense or uncomfortable; often with する or in the form ぎくしゃくした.
最近、二人の関係がぎくしゃくしている。
Lately, their relationship has been strained.
会議の後、職場の雰囲気がぎくしゃくした。
After the meeting, the atmosphere at work became sour.