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Synonyms & Similar Words
inefficiency
incompetence
ineptitude
clumsiness
awkwardness
unskillfulness
amateurishness
maladroitness
gaucheness
inelegance
crudeness
coarseness
rudeness
unpolish
unrefinement
crudity
boorishness
oafishness
loutishness
heaviness
stiffness
woodenness
insensitivity
tactlessness
bluntness
brashness
crassness
vulgarity
grossness
harshness
brutality
crudity
ungracefulness
ungainliness
uncoordinateness
unsteadiness
instability
shakiness
clumsiliy
inelegancy
inadequacy
incapability
insufficiency
unfitness
un Suitability
inaptness
inexpertness
unhandiness.
Meaning of Ineptness
The primary meaning of "ineptness" refers to the state of being inept or lacking skill and competence.
Definitions
- The quality of being incompetent or ineffectual
- Lack of skill or aptitude for a particular task or activity
- Inability to do something successfully or efficiently
Etymology of Ineptness
The word "ineptness" originates from the Latin "ineptus," meaning "unsuitable" or "unfit," which is a combination of "in-" (meaning "not") and "aptus" (meaning "fitted" or "suited")
The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe a lack of skill, competence, or effectiveness
Example Uses
- The company's ineptness in handling customer complaints led to a significant loss of business
- The politician's ineptness in public speaking made her appear unprepared and unconfident
- The team's ineptness on the field resulted in a disappointing loss
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
competence
skill
proficiency
expertise
adeptness
dexterity
agility
quickness
cleverness
resourcefulness
effectiveness
efficiency
capability
capacity
aptness
suitability
fitness
preparedness
readiness
adeptness
skillfulness
cleverness
ingenuity
inventiveness
brilliance
excellence
mastery
virtuosity
expertise
professionalism.