Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fumble
verb
/ˈfʌm.bəl/
Definition
To handle something clumsily or inefficiently.
Examples
- He fumbled the ball during the game.
- She fumbled through her bag looking for her keys.
- During his speech, he fumbled with his notes, losing his place.
Meaning
Fumbling typically refers to making mistakes while trying to do something, often resulting in dropping or mishandling an object.
Synonyms
- clumsily grasp
- faff
- mess up
- bungle
