incompetent
Translation
incompetent
Examples
He is an incompetent manager.
He is an incompetent manager.
She felt incompetent to handle the situation.
She felt incompetent to handle the situation.
Grammar Patterns
((at sth.)) not having the skill or ability to do your job or a task as it should be done He is incompetent at his job.
((to do sth.)) not having the skill to do something She felt incompetent to handle the situation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unskilled, inept; Antonyms: competent, capable
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) + 'competent' (having the necessary ability).
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is 'in' a state of 'not competing' well because they lack skills.