clumsiness
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for clumsiness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A lack of physical grace or coordination.
Synonyms
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How to use clumsiness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sheer clumsiness
a moment of clumsiness
Etymology
Formed from clumsy plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Full origin of clumsiness →Frequently asked questions
What does “clumsiness” mean?
The word “clumsiness” means a lack of physical grace or coordination. In plain terms, the quality of being clumsy — awkward or uncoordinated.
How do you pronounce “clumsiness”?
“Clumsiness” is pronounced KLUHM-zee-nuhs (/ˈklʌm.zi.nəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “clumsiness” in a sentence?
Here is “clumsiness” used in a sentence: “His clumsiness meant he was always knocking things over.”
What part of speech is “clumsiness”?
“Clumsiness” is a noun.