Definition

Not having elegance or smoothness in movement or appearance; awkward or clumsy.

Example

The dancer's ungraceful movements made it hard to watch the performance.

Conversation

Did you see that dance performance last night?

Yeah, it was entertaining, but some moves were a bit ungraceful.

I know, right? It was hard to watch at times!

True, but I guess everyone has their off days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Ungracious** → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "graceful" (from Latin *gratia*, meaning favor or charm, combined with the suffix "-ful" meaning full of). The word "ungraceful" means not full of grace or lacking elegance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'full of charm' ('graceful') — that's why ungraceful means lacking grace.

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