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ungainly

/ənɡˈeɪnli/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

adjective

  1. lacking grace in movement or posture
    “a gawky lad with long ungainly legs”
  2. difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape
    “an awkward bundle to carry”

Synonyms for ungainly

Words that rhyme with ungainly

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