maladroit

/mælədʒwɒt/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking skill or delicacy of movement or touch; clumsy

“The maladroit waiter spilled coffee on the tablecloth.”

2. noun

a person who is clumsy or lacking in skill or delicacy of movement or touch

“He was known for being a bit of a maladroit at playing the piano.”

Synonyms

  • awkward
  • clumsy

Antonyms

  • deft
  • dexterous