clumsily

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière maladroite » — manque de grâce, d'habileté ou de coordination dans le mouvement ou l'action. Peut décrire une gaucherie physique ou un manque de tact dans la gestion d'une situation.

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.

   maladroitement

   • 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.

   Synonymesawkwardlygracelesslyinelegantlyineptlymaladroitlyungracefully

   Antonymesadroitlydeftlydexterouslygracefullyskillfully

2. Tactlessly or ineptlyB2formal

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

   maladroitement (sur le plan social)

   • 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.

   Synonymesawkwardlygracelesslyineptlytactlessly

   Antonymesadroitlydeftlydiplomaticallygracefullysmoothlytactfully