incompetent
/ɪnˈkɑːmpɪtənt/
in · com · pe · tent
ɪn · ˈkɑːm · pɪ · tənt
English Definition
adj. not skilled
Significado en Español
incompetente
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bất tài, không đủ năng lực
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in(not)+competent(capable)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “incompetent”:
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A
Capable
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B
Inept
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C
Efficient
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D
Skilled
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B — Inept.
“incompetent” means adj. not skilled
Common questions about “incompetent”
What does “incompetent” mean?
incompetent — adj. not skilled. In Chinese: 无能的，不称职的.
How do you pronounce “incompetent”?
incompetent is pronounced /ɪnˈkɑːmpɪtənt/. It breaks into 4 syllables: in · com · pe · tent.
Is “incompetent” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. incompetent appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “incompetent”?
in(not)+competent(capable)
