Definitions and Examples of clumsy, awkward, slow
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking coordination or dexterity; prone to dropping or breaking things.
Example
He was so clumsy that he tripped over his own feet and spilled his coffee.
Lacking ease or grace in movement; causing discomfort or embarrassment.
Example
She felt awkward and self-conscious at the party because she didn't know anyone there.
Moving or operating at a low speed; taking more time than usual.
Example
The traffic was so slow that it took him an hour to get to work.
Key Differences: clumsy vs awkward vs slow
- 1Clumsy describes a lack of coordination or dexterity, often resulting in dropping or breaking things.
- 2Awkward describes a lack of ease or grace in movement, often causing discomfort or embarrassment.
- 3Slow describes a lack of speed or taking more time than usual.
Effective Usage of clumsy, awkward, slow
- 1Physical Activities: Use these antonyms to describe someone's physical abilities or limitations.
- 2Sports: Use these antonyms to describe athletes' performance or skills.
- 3Everyday Life: Use these antonyms to describe people's movements, actions, or behaviors.
Remember this!
The antonyms of nimble are clumsy, awkward, and slow. These words describe a lack of agility, grace, or speed. Use them to describe physical abilities or limitations, athletes' performance or skills, and people's movements, actions, or behaviors.
