clumsy

Definition

Awkward, lacking coordination, not graceful, not dextrous.

Etymology

Possibly from an alteration of clumsed (“benumbed”) or from clumse (“a stupid fellow; lout”) + -y. More at clumse.

Example Sentences

• "He's very clumsy. I wouldn't trust him with carrying the dishes."
• "It is a clumsy solution, but it might work for now."
• "What a clumsy joke"