ineptitude — lack of skill or ability; incompetence
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: lack of skill or ability; incompetence
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈneptɪtuːd/
Example Sentences
- The new intern's ineptitude was so legendary that even the coffee machine seemed to malfunction in his presence.
- Her ineptitude in social situations made every dinner party an adventure in awkwardness.
- The government's ineptitude in handling the crisis led to widespread public criticism.
ineptitude
NOUN[/ɪˈneptɪtuːd/]
lack of skill or ability; incompetence
While the master chef worked with perfect skill, the ineptitude of the cook left the tomatoes crushed on the floor.
IN(not) + EPT(apt) — lacking the skill to build a straight wall, the worker's ineptitude was obvious.
After the boss swept the floor clean, the new worker's ineptitude left trash scattered everywhere again.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'ineptus' meaning 'unsuitable' or 'inappropriate', which evolved to mean 'lacking skill or competence'.
Breakdown
in- (not) + ept- (suitable/fit) + -itude (state or condition)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The new intern's ineptitude was so legendary that even the coffee machine seemed to malfunction in his presence.”
“Her ineptitude in social situations made every dinner party an adventure in awkwardness.”
“The government's ineptitude in handling the crisis led to widespread public criticism.”
“Despite his ineptitude at sports, he never gave up trying to join the basketball team.”
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