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clumsily Synonyms

Another word for clumsily

Choosing another word for clumsily depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In an awkward, uncoordinated, or careless physical manner.

Usage Example

"The puppy stumbled awkwardly across the polished wooden floor."

Strongest
awkwardly
Strong
ungainly
bunglingly
ineptly
maladroitly
inexpertly
gawkily

• adverb (Context 2)

In a tactless, crude, or poorly executed way lacking skill or subtlety.

Usage Example

"He tried to change the subject, but he handled the conversation so tactlessly that everyone noticed his discomfort."

Strongest
tactlessly
ineptly
Strong
crudely
ham-handedly
heavy-handedly
awkwardly
gauchely

Opposites of clumsily

The opposite of clumsily shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

tactfully
gracefully
deftly
nimbly
diplomatically
skillfully
adroitly
artfully
See all opposites of clumsily

• Nearby Words

clump
clumpiness
clumpy
clumsily
clumsiness
clumsy
clunk

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Clumsily. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/clumsily
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