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Gawky

Foolish and awkward; clumsy; clownish; as, gawky behavior. -- n. A fellow who is awkward from being overgrown, or from stupidity, a gawk.

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Awkward 84% connected

Wanting dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments; not dexterous; without skill; clumsy; wanting ease, grace, or effectiveness in movement…

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Awkward 84% connected

Wanting dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments; not dexterous; without skill; clumsy; wanting ease, grace, or effectiveness in movement…

oewn 2023 50% interchangeable

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Clumsiness 74% connected

The quality of being clumsy.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Clumsiness 74% connected

The quality of being clumsy.

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Clumsy 92% connected

Stiff or benumbed, as with cold.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Ungainly 92% connected

Not gainly; not expert or dexterous; clumsy; awkward; uncouth; as, an ungainly strut in walking.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Unwieldy 92% connected

Not easily wielded or carried; unmanageable; bulky; ponderous.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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