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bumbling
adjective
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Divide bumbling into syllables:

bum · bling

How to pronounce bumbling:

Definition of bumbling:

bumbling (adjective):
clumsy or ungainly
awkwardly blundering or faltering
prone to or marked by foolish mistakes
lacking physical movement skills, especially with the hands.

Synonyms for bumbling:

awkwardinefficientheavy-handedclumsylumberingmaladroitincompetentinept

Antonyms for bumbling:

convenientpracticedaccomplishedmarvellousfacileskillfulmagnificentexcellentpolitewell-mannered
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