unqualified (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkwɒlɪfaɪd/

Definition

Lacking the necessary skills, experience, or qualifications for a particular role or task.

Examples

• He was an unqualified candidate for the position of CEO.

• The company was criticized for hiring unqualified staff to handle sensitive data.

• She felt unqualified to give advice on such a complex legal matter.

Synonyms of unqualified

Words with a similar meaning to unqualified:

• inexperienced
• incapable
• incompetent
• unfit
• unskilled

Antonyms of unqualified

Words with the opposite meaning to unqualified:

• qualified
• competent
• expert

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