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clumsy Definition and Meaning in English (clumsy definition)

adjective
Synonyms:awkwardungainlymaladroit
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Clumsy definition: Awkward in movement or handling things, often resulting in accidents or mistakes.

Definitions of Clumsy

  1. 1adjective

    Awkward in movement or handling things, often resulting in accidents or mistakes.

Example Sentences

casual

“He made a clumsy attempt to catch the ball and dropped it.”

casual

“The clumsy waiter spilled coffee all over the customer's lap.”

casual

“Her movements were clumsy as she tried to navigate the dark room.”

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nounclumsiness
adverbclumsily

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Clumsy definition: Awkward in movement or handling things, often resulting in accidents or mistakes.
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'Clumsy' translates to 'clumsy' in English. Clumsy definition: Awkward in movement or handling things, often resulting in accidents or mistakes.
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