clumsy
clum-sy · adjective
Definitions
adjective
- 1.
Lacking coordination or grace in movement; prone to accidents.
- 2.
Done awkwardly or without skill.
- 3.
Difficult to handle or use because of size or design.
- 4.
Lacking tact or subtlety.
Related words
Etymology
From Middle English "clumsen" meaning to be numb or stiff, probably of Scandinavian origin, related to Swedish "klummsen" meaning benumbed.