Ham-fisted — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈham-ˌfi-stəd/ ham-fist·ed

Meaning & Definition of Ham-fisted

Ham-fisted (adjective)

  1. ham-handed

Ham-fisted (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. lacking or showing a lack of nimbleness in using one's hands

    "that's a ham-fisted paint job if I ever saw one"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ham-fisted

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ham-fisted:

British: cack-handed

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ham-fisted

Words with the opposite meaning of Ham-fisted:

Near Antonyms of Ham-fisted

Origin & Etymology of Ham-fisted

First known use: 1928

Frequently Asked Questions about Ham-fisted

What does "Ham-fisted" mean?

"Ham-fisted" means ham-handed. As an adjective, it is defined as: ham-handed.

What is another word for "Ham-fisted"?

Other words for "Ham-fisted" include awkward, butterfingered, cack-handed, clumsy, graceless, ham-handed, handless and heavy-handed. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ham-fisted" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ham-fisted"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ham-fisted". Common alternatives include awkward, butterfingered, cack-handed, clumsy, graceless, ham-handed, handless, heavy-handed, left-handed and maladroit.

What is the opposite of "Ham-fisted"?

Antonyms of "Ham-fisted" include deft, dexterous, handy and sure-handed. Near antonyms include expert, masterly, skilled and skillful.

How do you use "Ham-fisted" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ham-fisted" in a sentence: "that's a ham-fisted paint job if I ever saw one".

Is "Ham-fisted" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ham-fisted" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Ham-fisted"?

"Ham-fisted" is pronounced /ˈham-ˌfi-stəd/ and divided into syllables as ham-fist·ed.

What is the origin of the word "Ham-fisted"?

First known use: 1928.