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clumsily

/ˈklʌm.zɪ.li/

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adverb

/ˈklʌm.zɪ.li/B2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее «неуклюжим образом» — отсутствие грации, навыка или координации в движении или действии. Может описывать физическую неловкость или отсутствие такта в решении ситуации.

An adverb meaning "in a clumsy manner" — lacking grace, skill, or coordination in movement or action. It can describe physical awkwardness or a lack of tact in handling a situation.

  1. Awkwardly or ungracefullyB1formal

    In a way that lacks skill, grace, or coordination, often resulting in accidents or mistakes.

    ruНеуклюже

    • He clumsily knocked over the glass of water.
    • She clumsily tried to catch the falling plate but missed.
    • The dancer moved clumsily across the stage, tripping over her own feet.

    Synonymsawkwardlygracelesslyinelegantlyineptlymaladroitlyungracefully

    Antonymsadroitlydeftlydexterouslygracefullyskillfully

  2. Tactlessly or ineptlyB2formal

    In a way that shows a lack of social skill or sensitivity, often causing awkwardness.

    ruНеловко

    • He clumsily tried to apologize for his rude comment.
    • She clumsily changed the subject when the conversation became uncomfortable.
    • The politician clumsily avoided answering the direct question.

    Synonymsawkwardlygracelesslyineptlytactlessly

    Antonymsadroitlydeftlydiplomaticallygracefullysmoothlytactfully

Forms
  • more clumsily comparative form
  • most clumsily superlative form
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