fumbling

• 形容动作笨拙、不灵巧或不自信，尤指用手操作时。也可指说话时结结巴巴、语无伦次。

Describes awkward, clumsy, or hesitant actions, especially with the hands.

1. Clumsy or awkwardB2informal

   Showing a lack of skill, coordination, or aptitude; characterized by awkward movements or actions.

   笨拙或别扭

   • His fumbling attempts to fix the sink only made the leak worse.
   • She gave a fumbling explanation that confused everyone.
   • The fumbling rookie dropped the ball twice during the game.

   同义词awkwardbunglingclumsygracelessham-fistedheavy-handedineptmaladroitungainly

   反义词adroitcoordinateddeftdexterousgracefulskillful

• 动词，表示笨拙地或紧张地摸索、抓取某物，常导致掉落或失去控制；也指因紧张而手忙脚乱地摆弄东西。

A verb used to indicate the act of handling something clumsily or nervously, often resulting in dropping or losing grip.

1. Handle clumsilyB1formal

   To use the hands clumsily or awkwardly, often dropping or mishandling something.

   笨拙地处理

   • He fumbled with the keys while trying to unlock the door.
   • She fumbled the ball during the game.
   • The waiter fumbled the tray, spilling drinks everywhere.

   同义词botchbungleflubmanglemishandle

   反义词clutchgraspgriphandle

2. Speak hesitantlyB2formal

   To speak in a confused or hesitant way, often searching for words.

   支吾

   • He fumbled for an answer during the interview.
   • She fumbled through her speech, forgetting key points.
   • The politician fumbled when asked about the scandal.

   同义词falterflounderhesitatestammerstumblestutter

   反义词articulateenunciate

3. Search awkwardlyB1informal

   To search for something in a clumsy or uncertain manner.

   笨拙地搜寻

   • He fumbled in his pocket for a coin.
   • She fumbled around in the dark for the light switch.
   • They fumbled through the drawer looking for the manual.

   同义词floundergropescrabble