8+ Synonyms for Cumbersome & Similar Words
Definition of cumbersome
- adjective
- difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight; "a cumbersome piece of machinery"; "cumbrous protective clothing"
- 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?"
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Writing tips for "cumbersome"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like awkward, clumsy, cumbrous can replace "cumbersome" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"with breadcrumbs and a lumpsum, very cumbersome..."
Formulatin' Fathers (Need Not Worry + dj DRUMAT!C) — Death
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