Inaptitude — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /(ˌ)i-ˈnap-tə-ˌtüd/ in·ap·ti·tude

Meaning & Definition of Inaptitude

Inaptitude (noun)

  1. lack of aptitude

Inaptitude (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in disqualification

    similar: disqualification, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness, ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency
    opposite: ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency, potency, aptitude, bent, endowment, flair, genius, gift, knack, talent, effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency, fitness, suitability, suitableness, power, puissance, sinew, strength

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inaptitude

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inaptitude:

disqualification, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness, ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inaptitude

Words with the opposite meaning of Inaptitude:

ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency, potency, aptitude, bent, endowment, flair, genius, gift, knack, talent, effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency, fitness, suitability, suitableness, power, puissance, sinew, strength

Origin & Etymology of Inaptitude

First known use: 1620

Frequently Asked Questions about Inaptitude

What does "Inaptitude" mean?

"Inaptitude" means lack of aptitude. As a noun, it is defined as: lack of aptitude.

What is another word for "Inaptitude"?

Other words for "Inaptitude" include disqualification, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetence and incompetency. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inaptitude" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Inaptitude"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Inaptitude". Common alternatives include disqualification, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude and insufficiency.

What is the opposite of "Inaptitude"?

Antonyms of "Inaptitude" include ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency, potency and aptitude.

Is "Inaptitude" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Inaptitude" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Inaptitude"?

"Inaptitude" is pronounced /(ˌ)i-ˈnap-tə-ˌtüd/ and divided into syllables as in·ap·ti·tude.

What is the origin of the word "Inaptitude"?

First known use: 1620.

What is another word for "Inaptitude" meaning "as in disqualification"?

When "Inaptitude" (noun) means as in disqualification, synonyms include disqualification, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability and incapacity. Opposites in this sense include ability, adequacy, capability and capacity.