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clubfooted Synonyms
Another word for clubfooted
Choosing another word for clubfooted depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Having a congenitally deformed foot that is twisted inward and downward so that the sole cannot be placed flat on the ground.
Usage Example
"The orthopedic surgeon specialized in treating infants who were born club-footed."
Strongest
club-footed
• adjective (Context 2)
Awkward, clumsy, or inept in movement, execution, or style.
Usage Example
"Critics panned the film for its clumsy dialogue and heavy-handed pacing."
Strongest
clumsy
Strong
awkward
flat-footed
ungainly
heavy-handed
inept
maladroit
gauche
Opposites of clubfooted
The opposite of clubfooted shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
graceful
deft
adroit
agile
nimble
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Clubfooted. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/clubfooted