Unqualified

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkwɒlɪfaɪd/

Definitions of unqualified

adjective describing a person or thing that does not have the necessary qualifications or skills for a particular job or task

Example Sentences

A1 The unqualified applicant did not meet the minimum requirements for the job.

A2 She felt unqualified to give advice on the subject due to her lack of experience.

B1 The unqualified opinion of the student was based on limited knowledge.

B2 The unqualified mechanic attempted to fix the car, but only made the problem worse.

C1 The unqualified doctor's misdiagnosis led to serious complications for the patient.

C2 The unqualified lawyer's incompetence cost the client their case.

Examples of unqualified in a Sentence

formal The candidate was deemed unqualified for the position due to lack of experience.

informal She's totally unqualified for the job, but she somehow got hired anyway.

slang That guy is so unqualified, it's a wonder he even made it to the interview.

figurative His unqualified remarks left a lasting negative impression on the audience.

Grammatical Forms of unqualified

• past tense: unqualified
• plural: unqualifieds
• comparative: more unqualified
• superlative: most unqualified
• present tense: unqualifies
• future tense: will unqualify
• perfect tense: has unqualified
• continuous tense: is unqualifying
• singular: unqualified
• positive degree: unqualified
• infinitive: to unqualify
• gerund: unqualifying
• participle: unqualified

Origin and Evolution of unqualified

First Known Use: 1530 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'unqualified' originated from the Latin word 'qualis', meaning 'of what kind or quality'. The prefix 'un-' was added to negate the meaning, resulting in 'unqualified'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to indicate someone lacking the necessary qualifications or credentials, the word 'unqualified' has evolved to also mean lacking the necessary skills, abilities, or qualities for a particular task or role.