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clumsiest

 

[ ˈklʌm.zi.est ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing someone

The term 'clumsiest' is the superlative form of 'clumsy,' which is used to describe someone who is awkward in their movements or actions. It suggests a lack of coordination, leading to frequent mishaps or accidents. Individuals considered the clumsiest may often trip, drop things, or struggle with tasks requiring dexterity. This description can apply to physical actions and social situations where someone might be socially inept or awkward. The use of this term can be humorous or derogatory, depending on the context.

Synonyms

awkward, blundering, bumbling, inept

Examples of usage

  • She is the clumsiest person in our class.
  • His clumsiest moments always make us laugh.
  • I can't believe I spilled the coffee again; I'm the clumsiest!
  • Despite being the clumsiest, she still loves dancing.

Translations

Translations of the word "clumsiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais desajeitado

🇮🇳 सबसे अयोग्य

🇩🇪 ungeschicklichster

🇮🇩 paling canggung

🇺🇦 найнезграбніший

🇵🇱 najbardziej niezgrabny

🇯🇵 最も不器用な

🇫🇷 le plus maladroit

🇪🇸 el más torpe

🇹🇷 en sakar

🇰🇷 가장 서투른

🇸🇦 الأكثر حرجاً

🇨🇿 nejnešikovnější

🇸🇰 najnešikovnejší

🇨🇳 最笨拙的

🇸🇮 najbolj neroden

🇮🇸 fyndinlegasti

🇰🇿 ең шеберсіз

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მოუქნელი

🇦🇿 ən bacarıqsız

🇲🇽 el más torpe

Etymology

The word 'clumsy' has its origins in the Middle Dutch word 'klumse,' which meant 'to be awkward or ungraceful.' Its use in English dates back to the early 17th century, evolving over time to describe physical inelegance and social ungracefulness. The superlative form 'clumsiest' emerged as a natural extension of this adjective. As language evolved, the term adapted to capture not just physical movement but also social interactions where a person may lack finesse or poise. Today, it is often used humorously or affectionately to describe someone who might be endearing despite their lack of coordination.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,280, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.