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clumsy vs cumbersome

cumbersome vs clumsy

clumsy and cumbersome both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
clumsy No Yes No No
cumbersome No Yes No No
As adjectives, clumsy and cumbersome are synonyms defined as:
  • clumsy and cumbersome: not elegant or graceful in expression
Other synonyms of clumsy include awkward, ill-chosen, inapt, inept.
clumsy (adjective) cumbersome (adjective)
lacking grace in movement or posture not elegant or graceful in expression
not elegant or graceful in expression difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight
showing lack of skill or aptitude
difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape
Difference between clumsy and cumbersome

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