Inexpert — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /(ˌ)i-ˈnek-ˌspərt/ in·ex·pert

Meaning & Definition of Inexpert

Inexpert (adjective)

  1. not expert, unskilled

Inexpert (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. lacking or showing a lack of expert skill

    "an inexpert attempt at putting on an outdoor concert"

    similar: amateur, amateurish, dilettante, dilettantish, inexperienced, jackleg, nonprofessional, unprofessional, unskilled, unskillful
    related: curbstone, self-taught, uninitiated, unprepared, unqualified, unschooled, untaught, untrained, untutored, awkward, clumsy, ham-fisted, ham-handed, heavy-handed, crude, defective, faulty, flawed, primitive, unfinished, unpolished, beginning, entry-level, fresh, green, new, raw, unseasoned, untested, untried, would-be, incapable, incompetent, talentless, unable, unfit, ungifted, untalented
    opposite: ace, adept, consummate, crackerjack, expert, master, masterful, masterly, professional, virtuosic, virtuoso
    near: able, accomplished, capable, competent, dexterous, gifted, habile, handsome, proficient, skilled, skillful, talented, experienced, practiced, seasoned, veteran, educated, fitted, initiated, knowledgeable, prepared, qualified, schooled, taught, trained, tutored, versed, all-around, ambidextrous, versatile, well-rounded, finished, polished, slick

  2. lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job

    "the inexpert mechanic only made the problem worse—and charged me a fortune for doing it"

    similar: inapt, incapable, incompetent, inept, unable, unfit, unfitted, unqualified, unskilled, unskillful
    related: ineffective, ineffectual, inefficient, amateurish, callow, dilettantish, green, inexperienced, raw, unprofessional, unequipped, unprepared, untrained, useless, worthless, disqualified, ineligible, wanting
    opposite: able, capable, competent, expert, fit, qualified, skilled, skillful, ultracompetent
    near: prepared, ready, trained, overqualified, accomplished, ace, adept, consummate, crack, experienced, practiced, seasoned, veteran, virtuoso, all-around, protean, versatile

  3. showing or marked by a lack of skill and tact (as in dealing with a situation)

    "well-meaning but inexpert expressions of sympathy from friends after the funeral"

    similar: awkward, botched, bungling, clumsy, fumbled, inept, maladroit
    related: amateur, amateurish, crude, green, incompetent, ineffectual, inefficient, inexperienced, unpolished, unprofessional, unskilled, unskillful, careless, sloppy, tacky, tactless, undiplomatic, ill-advised, ineffective, misdirected, misguided
    opposite: adroit, deft, dexterous, facile
    near: able, accomplished, adept, capable, clever, competent, consummate, crackerjack, expert, masterful, masterly, polished, professional, proficient, skilled, skillful, talented, diplomatic, easy, effortless, gracious, smooth, tactful

Inexpert (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who lacks experience and competence in an art or science

    "the shoddy tiling in the bathroom was a sure sign that it was the work of an inexpert"

    similar: amateur, hack, hacker, jackleg, trifler
    related: beginner, freshman, greenhorn, kid, learner, neophyte, newcomer, novice, rookie, tenderfoot, tyro
    opposite: ace, adept, crackerjack, craftsman, expert, hand, master, past master, shark, sharp
    near: maestro, virtuoso, whiz, wizard, old hand, old-timer, vet, veteran

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inexpert

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inexpert:

amateur, amateurish, dilettante, dilettantish, inexperienced, jackleg, nonprofessional, unprofessional, unskilled, unskillful, inapt, incapable, incompetent, inept, unable, unfit, unfitted, unqualified, awkward, botched, bungling, clumsy, fumbled, maladroit, hack, hacker, trifler

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inexpert

Words with the opposite meaning of Inexpert:

ace, adept, consummate, crackerjack, expert, master, masterful, masterly, professional, virtuosic, virtuoso, able, capable, competent, fit, qualified, skilled, skillful, ultracompetent, adroit, deft, dexterous, facile, craftsman, hand, past master, shark, sharp

Related Words for Inexpert

curbstone, self-taught, uninitiated, unprepared, unschooled, untaught, untrained, untutored, ham-fisted, ham-handed, heavy-handed, crude, defective, faulty, flawed, primitive, unfinished, unpolished, beginning, entry-level, fresh, green, new, raw, unseasoned, untested, untried, would-be, talentless, ungifted

Near Antonyms of Inexpert

accomplished, gifted, habile, handsome, proficient, talented, experienced, practiced, seasoned, veteran, educated, fitted, initiated, knowledgeable, prepared, schooled, taught, trained, tutored, versed, all-around, ambidextrous, versatile, well-rounded, finished, polished, slick, ready, overqualified, crack

Word Forms of Inexpert

Derived words: inexpert (noun), inexpertly (adverb), inexpertness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Inexpert

Middle English, from Latin inexpertus, from in- + expertus expert

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Inexpert

What does "Inexpert" mean?

"Inexpert" means not expert, unskilled. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: not expert, unskilled. It has 4 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Inexpert"?

Other words for "Inexpert" include amateur, amateurish, dilettante, dilettantish, inexperienced, jackleg, nonprofessional and unprofessional. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inexpert" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Inexpert"?

There are 87 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Inexpert". Common alternatives include amateur, amateurish, dilettante, dilettantish, inexperienced, jackleg, nonprofessional, unprofessional, unskilled and unskillful.

What is the opposite of "Inexpert"?

Antonyms of "Inexpert" include ace, adept, consummate, crackerjack, expert, master, masterful and masterly. Near antonyms include accomplished, gifted, habile and handsome.

How do you use "Inexpert" in a sentence?

Examples of "Inexpert" in a sentence: "an inexpert attempt at putting on an outdoor concert"; "the inexpert mechanic only made the problem worse—and charged me a fortune for doing it"; "well-meaning but inexpert expressions of sympathy from friends after the funeral".

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

"Inexpert" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Inexpert"?

"Inexpert" is pronounced /(ˌ)i-ˈnek-ˌspərt/ and divided into syllables as in·ex·pert.

What is the origin of the word "Inexpert"?

"Inexpert" comes from Middle English, from Latin inexpertus, from in- + expertus expert. First known use: 15th century.