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ungainly Antonyms

Opposite of ungainly

Pinning down the opposite of ungainly requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Awkward, clumsy, or lacking grace in movement, posture, or physical form; difficult to handle or manage because of size or shape.

Usage Example

"The newborn giraffe took a few graceful steps across the enclosure before finally finding its balance."

Strongest
graceful
agile
Strong
nimble
deft
coordinated
lithe
elegant
adroit

Similar words to ungainly

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

clumsy
awkward
gawky
gangling
unwieldy
uncoordinated
lumbering
inelegant
See all synonyms of ungainly

• Nearby Words

unfussed
unfussy
ungainliness
ungainly
ungarnished
ungated
ungathered

Cite this Entry

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