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unwieldy vs clumsy

clumsy vs unwieldy

unwieldy and clumsy both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
unwieldy No Yes No No
clumsy No Yes No No
As adjectives, unwieldy and clumsy are synonyms defined as:
  • unwieldy and clumsy: lacking grace in movement or posture
Other synonyms of unwieldy include clunky, gawky, ungainly.
unwieldy (adjective) clumsy (adjective)
difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape lacking grace in movement or posture
lacking grace in movement or posture not elegant or graceful in expression
difficult to work or manipulate showing lack of skill or aptitude
difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape
Difference between unwieldy and clumsy

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