Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inelegant
adjective
(ˌɪnˈɛlɪɡənt)
Definition
Lacking refinement or grace.
Examples
- His inelegant writing style made the book difficult to read.
- The design of the building was considered inelegant compared to its neighbors.
- She gave an inelegant response to the question, stammering and seeming unsure.
Meaning
Inelegant refers to something that is clumsy or not sophisticated, often lacking the beauty or style that is typically associated with gracefulness.
Synonyms
- awkward
- clumsy
- ungraceful
- ungainly
- vulgar
