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ungracefully Synonyms

Another word for ungracefully

Choosing another word for ungracefully 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 a clumsy, awkward, or inelegant manner; without physical poise or smoothness of movement.

Usage Example

"The young bird landed awkwardly on the narrow branch before regaining its balance."

Strongest
awkwardly
clumsily
inelegantly
Strong
ungainly
lumberingly
gawkily
stiffly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a manner that lacks tact, courtesy, or dignity, especially when reacting to a setback or difficult situation.

Usage Example

"After losing the championship match, the defending titleholder exited the court ungraciously without shaking his opponent's hand."

Strongest
ungraciously
Strong
churlishly
discourteously
tactlessly
poorly

Opposites of ungracefully

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

gracefully
graciously
elegantly
courteously
smoothly
fluidly
tactfully
dignifiedly
See all opposites of ungracefully

• Nearby Words

ungovernable
ungoverned
ungraceful
ungracefully
ungracefulness
ungracious
ungraciously

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