Meaning of the word incompetent in English

What does incompetent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

incompetent

US /ɪnˈkɑːm.pə.t̬ənt/
UK /ɪnˈkɑːm.pə.t̬ənt/

Adjective

1.

not having the ability to do something as it should be done:

Example:
an incompetent teacher/doctor

Noun

1.

someone who does not have the ability or skill to do something as it should be done:

Example:
The country's being governed by a bunch of incompetents.
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