Stilted (adjective)

1. Having an unnatural or affected manner; artificial or pompous.
2. Being raised above the ground on stilts.

Origin:

The word "stilted" comes from the past participle of "stilt" which means to raise something on stilts. it came into use in the early 17th century.

Examples:

1. The conversation was stilted and uncomfortable.
2. His stilted writing made it difficult to understand the meaning.
3. The party was stilted and formal.
4. The house was stilted to protect it from flooding.
5. The stilted walk of the person on stilts was quite impressive.