cumbersome

This term describes a sense of burden, whether physical or systemic. When applied to objects, it evokes the feeling of awkwardness and physical strain, where the size or weight of an item makes it clumsy to handle. It is not merely about weight, but about the lack of manageability. In a procedural or bureaucratic context, the word shifts to describe inefficiency. It suggests a process cluttered with unnecessary steps or redundant requirements that hinder progress. This usage often carries a negative connotation of frustration and wasted effort.