ungainly
adjectiveUK /ʌnˈɡeɪnli/
US /ʌnˈɡeɪnli/
Moving in a clumsy, awkward way that is not smooth or graceful.
The ungainly puppy knocked over the water bowl as it ran across the kitchen.
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2. Not graceful in appearance or shape; awkward-looking.
The ungainly tower leaned slightly to one side.
3. Hard to handle or manage because of size or shape.
He struggled to carry the ungainly box up the stairs.
4. Lacking elegance or style in movement or manner.
Her ungainly dance moves made everyone laugh.