The Opposite(Antonym) of “dextrousness”
The antonyms of dextrousness are awkwardness and clumsiness. These words describe the opposite of being skillful, agile, or coordinated. They imply a lack of gracefulness, precision, or ease in movement.
Explore all Antonyms of “dextrousness”
Definitions and Examples of awkwardness, clumsiness
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lack of coordination or gracefulness in movement; clumsiness.
Example
He felt a sense of awkwardness when he tried to dance for the first time.
Lack of physical coordination or dexterity; awkwardness.
Example
Her clumsiness often led to accidents and mishaps.
Key Differences: awkwardness vs clumsiness
- 1Awkwardness refers to a lack of coordination or gracefulness in movement, while clumsiness implies a lack of physical coordination or dexterity.
- 2Awkwardness can also describe social discomfort or embarrassment, while clumsiness is more specific to physical movements.
Effective Usage of awkwardness, clumsiness
- 1Physical Activities: Use awkwardness and clumsiness to describe someone's lack of coordination or gracefulness in sports or other physical activities.
- 2Social Situations: Use awkwardness to describe social discomfort or embarrassment in social situations.
- 3Comedy: Incorporate these antonyms in comedic writing or performances to create humorous situations.
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Remember this!
The antonyms awkwardness and clumsiness describe a lack of coordination, gracefulness, or physical dexterity. Use them to describe physical activities, social situations, or in comedic writing or performances.
