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foolish; clumsy; wriggle
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesverb
to wriggle; to move clumsily
literaryUsed in formal literary contexts, often describes small insects or things moving slowly and awkwardly, also used figuratively for secret, improper actions.
The bugs in the corner are starting to wriggle about.
Hostile forces are acting secretly in the dark.
adjective
foolish; silly; stupid
neutralCommonly used to describe a person's intelligence or behavior, carries a derogatory tone.
This approach is so foolish, you didn't even think about the consequences.
Everyone laughed at his foolish behavior.
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Don't do something stupid, be careful not to hurt yourself.
He always says some silly things that make people laugh and cry.
This plan is ridiculously stupid, it's impossible to carry out.
adjective
clumsy; awkward; unwieldy
neutralDescribes movement, posture, or handling things in a clumsy, unskillful way.
His movements are very clumsy, it took him ages to learn how to tie shoelaces.
This clumsy big bear accidentally knocked over the table.