Clunkiness

Pronunciation: /klʌŋkɪnəs/

Definitions of clunkiness

noun the quality or state of being awkward, heavy, or inefficient in design or operation

Example Sentences

A1 The clunkiness of the old computer made it difficult to use.

A2 The clunkiness of the outdated software slowed down the entire system.

B1 The clunkiness of the new smartphone's interface was frustrating for the users.

B2 The clunkiness of the design of the website made navigation confusing for visitors.

C1 The clunkiness of the machinery could be improved with some adjustments.

C2 The clunkiness of the user interface was a major drawback for the otherwise innovative product.

Examples of clunkiness in a Sentence

formal The engineers are working to address the clunkiness in the new software update.

informal I can't stand the clunkiness of this old computer.

slang This car has major clunkiness issues that need to be fixed.

figurative The clunkiness of their relationship was evident to everyone around them.

Grammatical Forms of clunkiness

• past tense: clunked
• plural: clunkinesses
• comparative: clunkier
• superlative: clunkiest
• present tense: clunks
• future tense: will clunk
• perfect tense: has clunked
• continuous tense: is clunking
• singular: clunkiness
• positive degree: clunky
• infinitive: to clunk
• gerund: clunking
• participle: clunked

Origin and Evolution of clunkiness

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'clunkiness' is believed to have originated from the Middle English word 'clonken', which meant to make a dull, heavy sound.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'clunkiness' evolved to describe the quality of being awkward, unwieldy, or lacking in smoothness or elegance, particularly in reference to objects or systems.