incompetent

/ˌɪˈnkɑmpətənt/C1Loopy word list, level 6 · Master

Definition

  • n. someone who is not competent to take effective action
  • adj. legally not qualified or sufficient
  • adj. not qualified or suited for a purpose
  • adj. not doing a good job

Word forms

Plural
incompetents

Example sentences

  1. a.

    The manager decided to replace the incompetent employee who kept making mistakes.

  2. n.

    He was labeled an incompetent because he failed to complete his tasks on time.