Definition

This word describes someone who is very tall and thin, often moving in a clumsy or awkward way.

Example

He was the gangliest player on the team, often tripping over his own feet.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that basketball player last night?

Yeah, he was the gangliest guy on the court!

I know, right? It's amazing how he can move so well despite being so tall and gangliest.

Totally! It makes him really hard to defend against.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gangliest → It is formed from "gangly" (of uncertain origin, possibly from the dialectal English word 'gang', meaning to go or walk) and the suffix "-est" (meaning the most). The word "gangliest" describes someone who is the most gangly, typically referring to someone tall and awkward in movement.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is the tallest and most awkward in their movements — that's what gangliest means.

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