unwieldy

/ˌʌnˈwaɪldi/

Definitions

1. adjective

difficult to handle or manage because of size, weight, or awkwardness

“The unwieldy suitcase was hard to lift onto the plane.”

2. noun

something that is difficult to handle or manage because of size, weight, or awkwardness

“The unwieldy stack of books was a challenge to move across the room.”

Synonyms

  • cumbersome
  • lumbering

Antonyms

  • agile
  • nimble