Cumbersome (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Not elegant or graceful in expression; "an awkward prose style"; "a clumsy apology"; "his cumbersome writing style"; "if the rumor is true, can anything be more inept than to repeat it now?".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The professor's cumbersome explanation of the complex theory left many students confused.
- Her cumbersome writing style made it difficult for readers to follow her argument.
- The politician's cumbersome apology for the scandal only made things worse.
- The cumbersome language used in the contract made it hard to understand the terms and conditions.
- The cumbersome phraseology in the poem detracted from its overall impact and beauty.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight; "a cumbersome piece of machinery"; "cumbrous protective clothing".
Classification
All adjective clusters.