1. A way of behaving, speaking, or doing something that lacks grace, refinement, or sophistication
He spoke in an inelegant manner, using crude language and poor grammar.
Ele falou de modo inelegante, usando linguagem crua e gramática pobre.
2. An ungraceful or clumsy way of performing an action or movement
She walked in an inelegant manner, stumbling over her own feet.
Ela caminhava de forma inelegante, tropeçando nos próprios pés.