clunkier

/ˈklʌŋkiər/
adjective
  1. More awkward, heavy, or clumsy in design or movement; less smooth or graceful.
    • Her clunkier dance moves stood out next to the professional performers.
    • The old computer was much clunkier than the new tablet.
    • This clunkier version of the app takes longer to load and is harder to navigate.
  2. More solid, heavy, or bulky in appearance or feel, often in a way that seems less refined.
    • The clunkier furniture from the 1970s didn't fit the modern, minimalist room.
    • She chose a clunkier watch with a thick leather band for everyday wear.
    • He preferred the clunkier, more durable boots for hiking in rocky terrain.
  3. More awkward or less elegant in wording, sound, or style.
    • The translation sounded clunkier than the original, losing the poem's flow.
    • The first draft of the essay was clunkier, with long, confusing sentences.
    • His clunkier jokes didn't get as many laughs as the comedian's smooth delivery.
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