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clever Antonyms

Opposite of clever

Because the opposite of clever shifts with each meaning, the 25 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Quick to understand, learn, and devise or apply ideas; mentally bright and resourceful.

Usage Example

"The stupid student quickly figured out a shortcut to solve the complex algebra problem."

Strongest
stupid
unintelligent
foolish
dull
slow-witted
dim-witted
dim
Strong
dense
obtuse
witless

• adjective (Context 2)

Showing inventiveness, originality, or witty ingenuity in design, construction, or expression.

Usage Example

"The architect came up with a unimaginative solution to maximize natural light in the narrow hallway."

Strongest
unimaginative
unoriginal
uninspired
Strong
banal
trite
pedestrian
hackneyed
clumsy

• adjective (Context 3)

Skilled at doing something physically; nimble or dexterous with one's hands or body.

Usage Example

"She has always been very clumsy with her hands, effortlessly repairing delicate antique watches."

Strongest
clumsy
awkward
maladroit
inept
Strong
unskilled
bungling
ham-fisted
butterfingered

Similar words to clever

Words similar to clever shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

dexterous
intelligent
ingenious
deft
bright
smart
inventive
nimble
See all synonyms of clever

• Nearby Words

clerical
clerically
clerk
clever
cleverly
cleverness
cliche

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Clever. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/clever
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