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unqualified

un·qual·i·fied

unqualified

 
 
pronunciation:
uhn kwa lih faId
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: lacking the appropriate knowledge or qualifications.
They considered him unqualified for the position as he'd had little experience in the field.
synonyms:
ineligible, unfit
antonyms:
qualified
similar words:
incompetent, inexperienced, unsuitable, unsuited
definition 2: not limited or modified in any way; without exceptions or reservations; absolute
His unqualified refusal left them in no doubt about his sentiments.
synonyms:
absolute, categorical, downright, out-and-out, total, unconditional, unmitigated, utter
antonyms:
qualified
similar words:
all-out, arrant, blank, clear, complete, flat-out, outright, perfect, plumb, positive, stark, thorough, unlimited, unrestricted
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derivation: unqualifiedly (adv.)