Definition of Inept
Inept
in·ept


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(adjective)
Lacking the necessary skills or ability to do something successfully.

e.g. The inept manager was responsible for the company's financial downfall.

(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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