clunky

• Qualifie quelque chose de peu pratique, encombrant ou mal conçu, souvent en parlant d'objets physiques ou d'interfaces logicielles.

Describes something that is awkward, heavy, or poorly designed, often in terms of physical objects or software interfaces.

1. Awkward or clumsyB2informal

   Lacking grace, smoothness, or elegance in movement, design, or function.

   Maladroit, peu élégant

   • The old software felt clunky and difficult to navigate.
   • His clunky dancing made everyone laugh.
   • The design of the machine was functional but clunky.

   Synonymesawkwardclumsycumbersomegracelessheavy-handedinelegantlumberingungainly

   Antonymesagileelegantfluidgracefulrefinedsmooth

2. Making a heavy soundB2informal

   Producing a dull, heavy, or metallic sound, often due to being poorly made or worn out.

   qui fait un bruit sourd

   • The clunky old car rattled down the street.
   • The elevator doors closed with a clunky noise.
   • He wore clunky boots that echoed in the hallway.

   Synonymesclankingclunkingthuddingthumping

   Antonymesquietsilentsmoothsoft