unwieldy — difficult to carry or move because of its size, shape, or weight
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: difficult to carry or move because of its size, shape, or weight
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈwildi/
Example Sentences
- My grandfather's unwieldy fishing rod was longer than our entire car!
- The unwieldy corporate structure made it impossible to get a simple decision approved.
- She tried to dance with the unwieldy costume, but ended up looking like a walking Christmas tree.
unwieldy
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈwildi/]
difficult to carry or move because of its size, shape, or weight
The mover struggled with the unwieldy antique wardrobe on the narrow staircase.
With steely resolve, even unwieldy beams swing freely!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English unwieldi, derived from Old English un- (not) combined with wieldy, which comes from wield meaning to handle or control. The word ultimately traces back to Proto-Germanic sources related to the concept of managing or controlling something.
Breakdown
un- (not) + wield (handle, control) + -y (adjective suffix) = unwieldy (not easily handled or controlled)
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📝Examples
“My grandfather's unwieldy fishing rod was longer than our entire car!”
“The unwieldy corporate structure made it impossible to get a simple decision approved.”
“She tried to dance with the unwieldy costume, but ended up looking like a walking Christmas tree.”
“The new software interface is unwieldy and confuses most users.”
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