heavy footed
alternative spelling of heavy-footed
/ˈhɛviˌfʊtɪd/
adjective
- Walking or moving in a clumsy, noisy, or slow way, often because of being tired or not careful.
- The heavy-footed dancer accidentally knocked over a chair during rehearsal.
- The heavy-footed elephant shook the ground as it walked through the forest.
- After the long hike, we were all heavy-footed and stumbled into the cabin.
- Lacking grace, subtlety, or delicacy; clumsy in manner or approach.
- The movie's heavy-footed message about friendship felt forced and preachy.
- His heavy-footed attempt at humor made everyone uncomfortable.
- She gave a heavy-footed apology that only made the situation worse.
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