clumsily

• Advérbio que significa "de maneira desajeitada" — falta de graça, habilidade ou coordenação em um movimento ou ação. Pode descrever desajeitamento físico ou falta de tato ao lidar com uma situação.

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.

   Desajeitadamente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosawkwardlygracelesslyinelegantlyineptlymaladroitlyungracefully

   Antônimosadroitlydeftlydexterouslygracefullyskillfully

2. Tactlessly or ineptlyB2formal

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

   Desajeitadamente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosawkwardlygracelesslyineptlytactlessly

   Antônimosadroitlydeftlydiplomaticallygracefullysmoothlytactfully