Definition of Inept
Inept
in·ept
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
lacking skill; incompetent;
e.g. He has inept managerial skills because of his lack of experience with the position.
(adjective)
lacking in fitness; unfit;
e.g. Although he is inept at sports, he is very good in academics.
(adjective)
not suitable to the situation, inappropriate;
e.g. The man displayed rather inept behavior at such a formal event.
(adjective)
foolish or lacking sense;
e.g. He has a habit of cracking inept jokes to provide comic relief.
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