all thumbs

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːl ˈθʌmz/

Definition

Awkward or clumsy, especially when handling small or delicate objects.

Examples

• I am all thumbs when it comes to sewing buttons onto a shirt.

• Don't ask me to wrap these fragile gifts; I'm all thumbs today.

• He felt all thumbs while trying to assemble the complex model kit.

Synonyms of all thumbs

Words with a similar meaning to all thumbs:

• clumsy
• awkward
• inept
• maladroit

Antonyms of all thumbs

Words with the opposite meaning to all thumbs:

• dexterous
• nimble

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