flat-footed synonyms

flat-footed

modif.

  1. Standing solidly

    uncompromising, forthright, unwavering, firm; see resolute 2.

  2. *Awkward

    clumsy, maladroit, plodding, tedious; see awkward 1, dull 4.

catch flat-footed*

take by surprise, catch off-guard, catch in the act; see surprise 2.

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