Film Character Archetypes

noun a member of a gang of criminals

adjective relating to or characteristic of a gangster

• The gangster was arrested for multiple counts of racketeering.
• That gangster is always causing trouble in the neighborhood.
• The gangster was flexing his new ride down the block.
• She's a gangster when it comes to negotiating business deals.

adjective lacking skill, awkward, clumsy

• His maladroit handling of the situation led to further complications.
• She's so maladroit when it comes to cooking, always making a mess in the kitchen.
• I can't believe how maladroit he was at the party last night, spilling drinks everywhere.
• His maladroit attempt at humor fell flat, leaving everyone feeling awkward.