Definitions and Examples of clumsy, awkward, unrefined
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking coordination or skill; awkward in movement or action.
Example
He was so clumsy that he tripped over his own feet and spilled his drink.
Lacking ease or grace; causing discomfort or embarrassment.
Example
She felt awkward at the party because she didn't know anyone there.
Lacking sophistication or culture; coarse or vulgar.
Example
His manners were unrefined and he often spoke with his mouth full.
Key Differences: clumsy vs awkward vs unrefined
- 1Clumsy refers to a lack of coordination or skill, while daintier implies delicacy and grace.
- 2Awkward describes a lack of ease or grace, while daintier suggests elegance and refinement.
- 3Unrefined denotes a lack of sophistication or culture, while daintier conveys a sense of refinement and good taste.
Effective Usage of clumsy, awkward, unrefined
- 1Describing Movement: Use clumsy to describe someone who moves awkwardly or lacks coordination.
- 2Social Situations: Use awkward to describe situations that cause discomfort or embarrassment.
- 3Manners and Taste: Use unrefined to describe someone who lacks sophistication or good taste, and daintier to describe someone who is elegant and refined.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of daintier are clumsy, awkward, and unrefined. These words describe a lack of delicacy, grace, or elegance. Use these words to describe movement, social situations, manners, and taste.
