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inept vs clumsy

clumsy vs inept

inept and clumsy both are adjectives.

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

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