Incompetent

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of incompetent

inadequate
unskilled
inept

Antonyms of incompetent

capable
competent
skilled

Collocations of incompetent

incompetent fool
Frequency: 70 %

He was labeled as an incompetent fool by his colleagues.

incompetent leadership
Frequency: 65 %

The company suffered due to incompetent leadership.

incompetent employee
Frequency: 60 %

The project failed because of an incompetent employee.

incompetent manager
Frequency: 55 %

The team struggled under the guidance of an incompetent manager.

incompetent performance
Frequency: 50 %

Her incompetent performance led to her dismissal.

Idiomatic Expressions for incompetent

  • Phrase: incompetent buffoon
    Meaning: refers to someone who is both incompetent and foolish
    Usage: The CEO was seen as an incompetent buffoon after making a series of disastrous decisions.