Definitions and Examples of clumsily, awkwardly
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking grace or skill in movement or action.
Example
He clumsily spilled the coffee on the table, making a mess.
Lacking ease or grace in movement or behavior; causing embarrassment or discomfort.
Example
She awkwardly stumbled over her words during the presentation, making the audience feel uncomfortable.
Key Differences: clumsily vs awkwardly
- 1Clumsily describes a lack of skill or coordination in movement or action.
- 2Awkwardly describes a lack of ease or grace in movement or behavior, often causing embarrassment or discomfort.
Effective Usage of clumsily, awkwardly
- 1Describing Movement: Use clumsily and awkwardly to describe movements that lack grace or coordination.
- 2Describing Behavior: Use awkwardly to describe behavior that lacks ease or grace, often causing embarrassment or discomfort.
- 3Giving Feedback: Use these antonyms to provide constructive feedback on movement or behavior that needs improvement.
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Remember this!
The antonyms clumsily and awkwardly describe a lack of grace or finesse in movement or behavior. Use them to describe movement or behavior that needs improvement, give feedback, or add detail to your writing.
