unwieldy
adjectiveHow many syllables in unwieldy?
There are 3 syllables in the word unwieldy.How to pronounce unwieldy:
Definition of unwieldy:
- unwieldy (adjective):
- too heavy, large, or awkward to be easily handled
- difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape.
- not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) cumbersome
Synonyms for unwieldy:
cumbersomeawkwardimpracticalmassivecrankyponderousheavyunmanageableclumsyungainlyShow 1 more
Antonyms for unwieldy:
convenientcompactskillfulquickadeptmanageablenimbleslickhelpfulpracticalShow 15 more
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