cumbersome
adjective C1
Plain meaning
large, awkward, or difficult to use
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss large, awkward, or difficult to use in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described cumbersome process in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that cumbersome process can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
cumbersome processcumbersome systemcumbersome equipment
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “cumbersome process”.