Pronunciation: /ʌnˈfɪt/
noun a person who is not physically or mentally healthy
A1 The doctor said he was unfit to work due to his illness.
A2 She was deemed unfit for the position because of her lack of experience.
B1 The court declared him unfit to stand trial for his crimes.
B2 The candidate's past behavior made him unfit for public office.
C1 The company was found unfit to continue operating due to numerous violations.
C2 The committee determined that the building was unfit for habitation.
adjective not suitable or appropriate
A1 He is unfit for the job because he lacks the necessary skills.
A2 The old bridge was deemed unfit for use and had to be closed down.
B1 The doctor declared him unfit to participate in the marathon due to his heart condition.
B2 The company was fined for keeping their workplace in an unfit condition for employees.
C1 The athlete was deemed unfit to compete in the championship due to a doping scandal.
C2 The politician's behavior was considered unfit for someone in their position of power.
formal The candidate was deemed unfit for the position due to lack of relevant experience.
informal I feel so unfit after skipping my workout for a week.
slang She's totally unfit to be in charge of this project.
figurative The old house was deemed unfit for living in, with its crumbling walls and leaky roof.
unfitted
unfits
less fit
least fit
unfit
will be unfit
has been unfit
is being unfit
unfit
fit
to unfit
unfitting
unfit