Unqualified: meaning, definitions and examples

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unqualified

[ ˌʌnˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪd ]

^{Context #1}

job application

Not having the necessary skills, qualifications, or experience for a particular job.

Synonyms

inadequate, inexperienced, unskilled

Examples of usage

She was rejected for the position because she was unqualified.
His unqualified application did not make it past the first round of interviews.

^{Context #2}

opinion

Not officially recognized or approved; lacking authority or credibility.

Synonyms

unfounded, unsubstantiated, unsupported

Examples of usage

His unqualified remarks led to confusion among the audience.
The article was criticized for its unqualified support of the controversial policy.

Translations

Translations of the word "unqualified" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não qualificado

🇮🇳 अयोग्य

🇩🇪 nicht qualifiziert

🇮🇩 tidak memenuhi syarat

🇺🇦 некваліфікований

🇵🇱 niekwalifikowany

🇯🇵 無資格の

🇫🇷 non qualifié

🇪🇸 no calificado

🇹🇷 yetersiz

🇰🇷 자격이 없는

🇸🇦 غير مؤهل

🇨🇿 nekvalifikovaný

🇸🇰 nekvalifikovaný

🇨🇳 不合格的

🇸🇮 nekvalificiran

🇮🇸 óhæfur

🇰🇿 біліксіз

🇬🇪 უწვრთნელი

🇦🇿 ixtisaslaşmamış

🇲🇽 no calificado

Word origin

The word 'unqualified' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'qualified' meaning 'having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill'. Over time, it has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings related to lack of preparation or approval.