clunky

Meanings

• Adjective

  Unattractively large, awkward, or unwieldy.

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clunky
crunky , funky , hunky , lunky , punky , skunky , stinky , trunky

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Variants

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clunkier , clunkiest , clunky

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Etymology

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Originally a Scottish dialect word meaning 'heavy, unwieldy, or clumsy'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'clunker' for an old, outdated car originated from the word 'clunky'.

2. In the video game 'Minecraft', a 'clunky' movement style can be achieved by adjusting the player's movement settings.

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Related Concepts

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1. awkward: Related concept: 'Clunky' shares the semantic field of awkwardness, referring to something that is difficult to handle or manage due to its size or shape.

2. unwieldy: Related concept: 'Clunky' can also be used to describe something that is difficult to handle or control due to its size or complexity.

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Culture

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In literature, 'clunky' has been used to describe characters or situations that are unrefined, awkward, or unwieldy. In music, a 'clunky' rhythm or beat can be intentional for a grunge or raw sound.

How to Memorize "clunky"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine an oversized, awkward object or situation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clunky' with something large, awkward, or unwieldy.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic: 'Clunky' is like a big, clumsy elephant.

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