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Inelegant

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Meanings of Inelegant

Adjective

  • Not graceful or pretty; looking messy or awkward.
  • Not stylish or fancy; something that doesn't look nice.

Explanation of the word: Inelegant

Inelegant means something that is not pretty or graceful. It's like when someone trips and falls, it doesn't look nice.

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Translations for the word: Inelegant

hindi
असंगठित

asangathit

बेतुका

betuka

असंगठित

asangathit

   

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Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Inelegant

What does 'inelegant' mean?
The word 'inelegant' means something that is not graceful or stylish. It can describe a way of speaking, dressing, or behaving that is clumsy or awkward.
How do you pronounce 'inelegant'?
You pronounce 'inelegant' like this: in-el-uh-guhnt.
What is the origin of the word 'inelegant'?
The word 'inelegant' comes from the prefix 'in-' which means 'not', and 'elegant', which comes from Latin meaning 'choice' or 'tasteful'. So, it literally means 'not elegant'.
What is the meaning of 'inelegant' in Bengali?
The word 'inelegant' in Bengali is 'অশালীন' (Ōśālīna).