Definitions
- Describing something that is heavy and difficult to move or carry. - Referring to a task or activity that is slow, awkward, or unwieldy. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is burdensome or troublesome.
- Describing something that is large, heavy, and difficult to manage or handle. - Referring to a process or system that is complicated, inefficient, or time-consuming. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is awkward or inconvenient.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is difficult to manage or handle.
- 2Both words can refer to physical objects, tasks, processes, or situations.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Lumbersome is less common than cumbersome in everyday language.
- 2Focus: Lumbersome emphasizes weight and difficulty in movement, while cumbersome emphasizes size and difficulty in handling.
- 3Connotation: Lumbersome has a more negative connotation than cumbersome, implying a greater degree of burden or trouble.
- 4Formality: Cumbersome is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while lumbersome is less common and may be considered more informal.
Remember this!
Lumbersome and cumbersome are synonyms that describe something that is difficult to manage or handle. However, lumbersome emphasizes weight and difficulty in movement, while cumbersome emphasizes size and difficulty in handling. Lumbersome is less common and has a more negative connotation than cumbersome. While cumbersome is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, lumbersome may be considered more informal.
