heavy-footed

/ˌˈhɛvi ˌˈfʊdəd/
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Definitions of heavy-footed
  1. adjective
    (of movement) lacking ease or lightness
    “his tired heavy-footed walk”
    synonyms:
    heavy, lumbering, ponderous
    slow and laborious because of weight
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    antonyms:
    light-footed
    (of movement) having a light and springy step
    light, lightsome, tripping
    moving easily and quickly; nimble
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