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Definition of ineptitude

ineptitude

/ɪnˈɛptɪtjuːd/
in · ep · ti · tude
Adverb:ineptly
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Plural:ineptitudes
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Adjective:inept
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• noun

1

A lack of skill, ability, or competence in performing a task or handling a situation.

Example

"The project's failure was largely attributed to the administrative ineptitude of the management team."

2

An inept, clumsy, or inappropriate remark or action.

Example

"His speech was marred by several diplomatic ineptitudes that offended the visiting delegates."

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• Nearby Words

ineligibly
ineloquent
inept
ineptitude
ineptly
ineptness
inequality

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French ineptitude or directly from Late Latin ineptitudo, derived from Latin ineptus ('unsuitable, foolish'), from in- ('not') and aptus ('fitted, suited').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ineptitude. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ineptitude
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