clumsily-displayed
|clum-si-ly-dis-played|
B2
/ˈklʌm.zɪ.li dɪˈspleɪd/
(clumsy)
awkward movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clumsy' originates from Scandinavian, specifically the word 'klumsa,' where 'klumsa' meant 'to be numb with cold.'
Historical Evolution
'klumsa' transformed into the Middle English word 'clomsen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'clumsy.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be numb with cold,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'awkward or lacking grace.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
presented or shown in a manner lacking grace or skill.
The artwork was clumsily-displayed, with frames hanging crookedly.
Synonyms
Antonyms
elegantly-displayedgracefully-presented
Last updated: 2025/06/05 12:04