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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

  • Clumsy
  • Inapt
  • Ill-chosen
  • Inept
  • Awkward

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.

Synonyms

  • Cumbrous

Related Words

  • Cumbersomeness (noun)
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