cack-handed

The word “cack-handed” has 3 syllables: cack-hand-ed.

It's pronounced as /ˈkækˌhændɪd/.


What is synonym and antonym for cack-handed?

In the thesaurus, “cack-handed” has 2 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for cack-handed along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for cack-handed

  • awkward
  • clumsy

Antonyms for cack-handed

  • deft
  • dexterous
  • dextrous
  • expert
  • handy
  • skilled
  • skillful

Meanings of cack-handed

  • adjective
    1. Clumsy; inept.
    2. Left-handed.
    3. Back-handed.

Example Sentences

  • The artist struggled with the delicate brushwork, feeling somewhat cack-handed during the painting session.
  • Despite good intentions, the novice chef's attempt at intricate knife work appeared rather cack-handed.
  • The employee's cack-handed attempt to assemble the office furniture resulted in a few misplaced parts.
  • During the game, the player's cack-handed moves drew puzzled looks from teammates.
  • The teacher patiently guided the student through the task, offering advice to overcome the cack-handed approach.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to cack-handed, such as: awkward, clumsy, deft, dexterous, dextrous, expert, handy.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.


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