incompetently
/ɪnkəmˈpɛtəntli/ · in.com.pe.tent.ly
adverb
- In a way that shows a lack of skill or ability. The company was criticized for managing the project incompetently, leading to significant delays and cost overruns.
- In a manner that is unskilled or unqualified. The inexperienced doctor performed the surgery incompetently, causing more harm than good.
adjective
- Lacking the skills or ability to perform a task effectively. The team's incompetent performance in the final match led to their elimination from the tournament.
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Did you know? The word 'incompetently' has been used in various contexts, including literature and politics, to describe situations where individuals or organizations have failed to meet expectations due to a lack of skill or ability.