CEFR C2

inapt

adjective

Meaning

Lacking the necessary skill, suitability, or appropriateness for a particular situation.

Examples

His inapt remarks during the funeral made everyone feel uncomfortable.
The committee chose an inapt candidate who lacked the technical experience required for the role.

Synonyms: bad, wrong, unsuitable, inappropriate, infelicitous

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inapt (C2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈæpt/

Definition

Lacking the necessary skill, suitability, or appropriateness for a particular situation.

Examples

His inapt remarks during the funeral made everyone feel uncomfortable.
The committee chose an inapt candidate who lacked the technical experience required for the role.
It was an inapt moment to bring up office politics while the CEO was trying to deliver a motivational speech.

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