Unwieldiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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unwieldiest
[ ʌnˈwiːldɪəst ]
physical size
The term 'unwieldiest' refers to something that is difficult to handle or manage due to its large size, shape, or weight. This word usually describes objects that are awkward to carry or manipulate, making them cumbersome in various situations. It often pertains to items that, because of their design or mass, do not lend themselves readily to practical use or movement.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The unwieldiest piece of furniture in the room was the grand piano.
- He struggled to lift the unwieldiest box off the floor.
- The unwieldiest tool made the project take much longer than expected.
Translations
Translations of the word "unwieldiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais difícil de manejar
🇮🇳 सबसे कठिन
🇩🇪 am schwerfälligsten
🇮🇩 paling canggung
🇺🇦 найнезграбніший
🇵🇱 najtrudniejszy do obsługi
🇯🇵 最も扱いにくい
🇫🇷 le plus difficile à manipuler
🇪🇸 el más difícil de manejar
🇹🇷 en zor yönetilen
🇰🇷 가장 다루기 힘든
🇸🇦 الأكثر صعوبة في التعامل
🇨🇿 nejnepohodlnější
🇸🇰 najnepraktickejší
🇨🇳 最难处理的
🇸🇮 najbolj neroden
🇮🇸 erfiðast að stjórna
🇰🇿 ең қиын басқарылатын
🇬🇪 ყველაზე რთული მართვა
🇦🇿 ən çətin idarə olunan
🇲🇽 el más difícil de manejar
Etymology
The word 'unwieldiest' is derived from the Middle English term 'unwieldy' which combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'wieldy', an adjective derived from the Old English 'wieldan', meaning 'to be able to handle or manage'. The suffix '-iest' is added to form the superlative form, signifying the highest degree of the quality described. The evolution of this word reflects the changing use of language to describe the increasing complexity of objects and situations. Over time, 'unwieldy' has been used in various English texts to highlight challenges associated with handling large or awkward objects, reflecting both literal and metaphorical difficulties. As the language has developed, 'unwieldiest' has maintained its meaning while adapting to new contexts, particularly in relation to technology and modern design, where efficiency and ease of use are prized.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,771, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.