inept
adjective12 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.2
Emphasizes total lack of skill.
Lacking skill or comfort in social interactions.
rather inept6.0
Indicates a moderate degree of ineptitude.
Inept to an extreme degree with no chance of improvement.
Used to express regret or sadness about the degree of ineptitude.
Inept to a ridiculous or amusing degree.
Lacking skill or judgment in political situations.
Lacking skill or ability in mental or academic matters.
be inept8.0
Used to describe a state of being unskilled or clumsy.
seem inept7.0
To give the impression of being unskilled or clumsy.
prove inept6.5
To be shown to be unskilled through actions or outcomes.
Used to specify the area or activity in which someone is unskilled.