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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ineptness

/ɪˈnɛptnɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does ineptness mean?

noun

The quality of being inept; lack of skill or competence. Ineptness is often characterized by clumsiness, ineffectiveness, or a general lack of ability.

Example

"The team's ineptness in the final quarter of the game cost them the championship."

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