i
nept
Comparative
more inept
Superlative
most inept
1
lacking in proficiency and practicality
- She was an inept cook, often burning meals and overcooking simple dishes.
- The inept manager struggled to make decisions and lead the team effectively.
- The inept worker was always late and could never complete tasks on time.
- As an inept negotiator, he struggled to make any progress in the talks.
- The inept employee frequently made errors, frustrating his coworkers.
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2
showing poor judgment or clumsiness in actions
- His inept handling of the delicate situation only made matters worse, escalating tensions instead of resolving them.
- Her inept leadership style resulted in low morale and high turnover among employees, as they felt unsupported and directionless.
- Despite his good intentions, his inept attempts at flirting only served to embarrass him and the recipient.
- His inept management style led to high employee turnover and low morale within the company.
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3
having a socially awkward behavior and difficulty in making and keeping connections
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