Clumsy Definition & Meaning
clumsy
- adjective
- lacking grace in movement or posture; "a gawky lad with long ungainly legs"; "clumsy fingers"; "what an ungainly creature a giraffe is"; "heaved his unwieldy figure out of his chair"
- not elegant or graceful in expression; "an awkward prose style"; "a clumsy apology"; "his cumbersome writing style"; "if the rumor is true, can anything be more inept than to repeat it now?"
- difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape; "an awkward bundle to carry"; "a load of bunglesome paraphernalia"; "clumsy wooden shoes"; "the cello, a rather ungainly instrument for a girl"
- showing lack of skill or aptitude; "a bungling workman"; "did a clumsy job"; "his fumbling attempt to put up a shelf"
"Clumsy" in song lyrics
See how clumsy is used in real songs:
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"Bacardi cause we in the party and clumsy"
Apathy & Celph Titled f/ Phil Da Agony, Rugged, Tzaizm — Drink Specials
Words that rhyme with clumsy
Usage tips for "clumsy"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "clumsy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for clumsy to find words that pair well.