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Unqualified - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

unqualified

/ʌnˈkwɑləˌfaɪd/ /ʌnˈkwɒlɪfaɪd/

Definition:

Lacking the necessary skills, qualifications, or approval; absolute or without reservations.

Synonyms:

Incompetent, unfit, absolute, outright, total

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Antonyms:

Qualified, competent, capable

Common Collocations:

Unqualified success, unqualified support, unqualified opinion, unqualified praise

Derivatives:

Unqualifiably, unqualifiedness

Usage Tips:

Use "unqualified" to describe someone lacking skills or something without reservations (e.g., "unqualified praise").

Common Phrases:

Unqualified success, unqualified approval, unqualified disaster

Etymology:

From Middle English "unqualifien," meaning to disqualify; prefix "un-" (not) + "qualified."

Examples:

  • 1. She received unqualified praise for her performance.
  • 2. His unqualified remarks revealed his lack of expertise.
  • 3. The job requires experience; an unqualified candidate won’t succeed.
  • 4. They gave their unqualified support to the new policy.

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