Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maladroit
Adjective
/ˌmæl.əˈdrɔɪt/
Definition
A person who is clumsy or inept in handling situations or physical tasks.
Examples
- His maladroit handling of the situation left everyone feeling uncomfortable.
- Though she tried to impress her friends with her cooking, her maladroit techniques led to a burnt meal.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who lacks skill or grace in movement, or who has difficulty in performing tasks effectively.
Synonyms
- clumsy
- inept
- awkward
- bungling
