inept

Example Sentences

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The increased scrutiny that’s come with their ascent, however, has revealed them to be hilariously inept.

From Salon • Jan. 14, 2026

A party insider described talk of a leadership challenge before May to me as "politically inept".

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

The authors debunk commonly held myths that cast senior citizens as inept, scam-prone users of the internet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

Crucially, their hold on their elite base persists even if, in practice, they turn out to be inept candidates or incompetent managers with few practicable ideas.

From Slate • Jun. 17, 2025

Still tut-tutting about dangerous sports and inept teachers, Madam Pomfrey retreated, leaving Ron and Hermione to help Harry gulp down some water.

From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling