Definitions and Examples of awkward, clumsy, inelegant
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking skill or dexterity; causing discomfort or embarrassment.
Example
He felt awkward in his new suit and kept adjusting his tie nervously.
Lacking coordination or control; tending to drop or break things.
Example
She was so clumsy that she spilled coffee on her shirt every morning.
Lacking grace, refinement, or good taste; not pleasing to the eye or ear.
Example
The building's design was so inelegant that it stood out as an eyesore in the neighborhood.
Key Differences: awkward vs clumsy vs inelegant
- 1Awkward describes a lack of skill or dexterity, often causing discomfort or embarrassment.
- 2Clumsy describes a lack of coordination or control, often resulting in dropping or breaking things.
- 3Inelegant describes a lack of grace, refinement, or good taste, often not pleasing to the eye or ear.
Effective Usage of awkward, clumsy, inelegant
- 1Describing People: Use these antonyms to describe people's movements, behavior, or appearance.
- 2Critiquing Art: Use inelegant to critique art, fashion, or design that lacks refinement or good taste.
- 3Giving Feedback: Use these antonyms to give feedback on someone's performance, speech, or writing.
Remember this!
The antonyms of elegant describe a lack of grace, refinement, or sophistication. Use awkward to describe a lack of skill or dexterity, clumsy to describe a lack of coordination or control, and inelegant to describe a lack of good taste or refinement. Use these words to describe people, critique art, or give feedback.
