Cloddish

Characterized by a lack of intelligence, sensitivity, or refinement; clumsy in behavior or manner; resembling a clod (a lump of earth). This term often implies a degree of boorishness and insensitivity to social graces. A cloddish individual might unintentionally cause offense or misunderstanding due to their awkwardness or bluntness. The word suggests a certain earthiness or lack of polish.

Cloddish meaning with examples

• His attempts at dancing were comically cloddish, involving more stumbling than grace, earning him good natured laughs from his friends at the party.
• Despite her best efforts, the politician's cloddish handling of the sensitive topic led to widespread criticism and damaged her reputation.
• The cloddish waiter spilled soup on the customer, demonstrating a profound lack of spatial awareness and an apologetic manner.
• The novel’s protagonist, a cloddish farmer, struggled to navigate the sophisticated social circles of the city. His lack of urban experiences were plain.
• His cloddish attempts at humor, mostly involving flat jokes, left the audience more embarrassed than entertained, killing any future attempts.