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UNGAINLY

(adj.sat, noun, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Ungainly.

How to pronounce ungainly:

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Ungainly - as an adjective satellite

Lacking grace in movement or posture

Example: "A gawky lad with long ungainly legs"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clumsyclunkygawkyunwieldy

Difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape

Example: "An awkward bundle to carry"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
awkwardbunglesomeclumsy

Ungainly - as a noun

An ungainly person or thing.

Ungainly - as an adjective

Clumsy; lacking grace.

Difficult to move or to manage; unwieldy.

Unsuitable; unprofitable.

Ungainly - as an adverb

In an ungainly or unbecoming manner; improperly; undeservedly, unduly; unsuitably.

Example Sentences

"She tried to be graceful on the ice, but her ungainly movements revealed her lack of experience."
"The puppy's long legs and oversized paws made it look ungainly as it tried to navigate the stairs."
"The dancer's ungainly costume hindered her movements on stage."
"His hasty attempt to assemble the furniture resulted in an ungainly structure."
"The gymnast's ungainly landing caused her to stumble and lose points."
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Word Game Points

Is UNGAINLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ungainly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UNGAINLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is UNGAINLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ungainly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNGAINLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is UNGAINLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ungainly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNGAINLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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