Inelegant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈɛlɪɡənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Inelegant is an adjective meaning Not elegant; not exhibiting neatness, refinement, or precision.
Meaning
Not elegant; not exhibiting neatness, refinement, or precision.
Example Sentences
There was still time amid the drama for Ashley Cole to almost mark his 97th cap with a goal but the erratic Pyatov made a fine recovery save after another inelegant attempt to deal with a cross.
Synonyms for inelegant
Depending on context, synonyms include unchic, clumsy, graceless, haphazard, homely, gauche.
Antonyms for inelegant
Common opposites include elegant.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include graceless, gauche, unpolished, homely, unbeautiful, ungraceful.
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