Unwieldy

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˌʌnˈwɪəl.di/

Origin

From Middle English unweldi, equivalent to - + wieldy. Cognate with Middle Low German unweldich ("unwieldy").

Full definition of unwieldy

Adjective

1. (obsolete) lacking strength; weak
2. (obsolete) ungraceful in movement
3. difficult to carry, handle, manage or operate because of its size, weight, shape or complexity
4. badly managed or operated

Derived terms

• wieldy