Inept synonyms
ĭn-ĕpt'
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Part of speech:
Feeble or ineffective:
The definition of inappropriate is someone or something that is not within the bounds of what is considered appropriate or socially acceptable.
Unsuitable
The definition of clumsy is someone or something that is shaped, made or moves awkwardly.
awkward (related)
Difficult to effect; uncomfortable:
Not apt; not suitable; inappropriate
(Obsolete) Ignorant.
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not adapted
Unsuitable
Lacking grace or social polish; awkward or tactless.
Unable to make rational decisions, insane or otherwise cognitively impaired.
unsuitable (related)
Not appropriate:
The definition of absurd is something that is so untrue or impossible it is funny.
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Capable of arousing laughter; absurd or ridiculous:
Not in accordance with the truth, fact, or rule; wrong; incorrect
Lacking sense or meaning; foolish; silly
Unable or insufficient to produce effect; futile
Ineffectual; useless:
Allowing movement or action only at a low speed:
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Not appropriate, attractive, or flattering:
Not meant or adapted for a given purpose; inappropriate:
Exhibiting a lack of skill; inexpert:
Not compatible; mismatched
competent (antonym)
The definition of competent is a person or thing that is qualified to do something or adequate for a specific purpose.
skillful (antonym)
Having or showing skill; accomplished; expert
skilled (antonym)
Requiring specialized ability or training:
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adroit (antonym)
Quick and skillful in body or mind; deft.
dexterous (antonym)
Skillful in some specific thing
fit (antonym)
The definition of fit is proper, appropriate or in good physical condition.
proper (antonym)
The definition of proper is appropriate or obeying manners and standards.
acceptable (antonym)
Worth accepting; satisfactory or, sometimes, merely adequate
suitable (antonym)
Having sufficient or the required properties for a certain purpose or task; appropriate to a certain occasion.
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Not in keeping with what is correct, proper, or logical; inappropriate:
At an awkward or improper time or place; inopportune; inappropriate
Not likely or liable.
Not befitting; not appropriate to.
Not in accord with accepted standards of decency or morality.
Characterized by inappropriateness and gracelessness, especially in expression
Inappropriate; ill-chosen:
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Sad; wretched; sorrowful
The definition of incapable is not having the ability, strength or legal qualification to do something.
Not expert; unskilled.
Not workmanlike.
Without a light touch; clumsy or tactless
The definition of gawky is awkward or clumsy.
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Without grace; clumsy or inelegant
Stupid or dull.
Difficult to move or use; unwieldy.
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agree (related)
Not suited to circumstances
usual (related)
Regularly or customarily used:
ability (related)
Characterized by inappropriateness and gracelessness, especially in expression
Lacking or exhibiting a lack of tact; bluntly inconsiderate or indiscreet.
Hard, difficult, demanding to handle or get around with.
unfunny (related)
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incompetant (related)
unimaginative (related)
arrogant (related)
unconvincing (related)
obnoxious (related)
unlikeable (related)
amateurish (related)
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idiotic (related)
unintelligent (related)
Find another word for inept. In this page you can discover 72 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for inept, like: feckless, inappropriate, out-of-place, clumsy, awkward, inapt, unskillful, inefficient, not adapted, gauche and bungling.
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