Heavy-handed
Heavy-handed adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.
Jackleg and heavy-handed are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Jackleg" instead an adjective phrase "Heavy-handed".
Jackleg
Jackleg adjective - Lacking or showing a lack of expert skill.
Usage example: he did such a jackleg installation of that door frame that now the door won't shut
Heavy-handed and jackleg are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Heavy-handed" instead an adjective "Jackleg".
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Jackleg and Heavy-handed. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 27, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/heavy-handed/jackleg
Heavy-handed & Jackleg. N.p., 2016. Web. 27 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/heavy-handed/jackleg>.
Jackleg or Heavy-handed. 2016. Accessed July 27, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/heavy-handed/jackleg.
