Unfitted — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈfi-təd/ un·fit·ted

Meaning & Definition of Unfitted

Unfitted (adjective)

  1. not adapted, unqualified

Unfitted (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

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

    "a restless free spirit, he was temperamentally unfitted for a desk job"

    similar: inapt, incapable, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unable, unfit, 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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unfitted

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unfitted:

inapt, incapable, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unable, unfit, unqualified, unskilled, unskillful

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unfitted

Words with the opposite meaning of Unfitted:

able, capable, competent, expert, fit, qualified, skilled, skillful, ultracompetent

Related Words for Unfitted

ineffective, ineffectual, inefficient, amateurish, callow, dilettantish, green, inexperienced, raw, unprofessional, unequipped, unprepared, untrained, useless, worthless, disqualified, ineligible, wanting

Near Antonyms of Unfitted

prepared, ready, trained, overqualified, accomplished, ace, adept, consummate, crack, experienced, practiced, seasoned, veteran, virtuoso, all-around, protean, versatile

Origin & Etymology of Unfitted

First known use: 1592

Frequently Asked Questions about Unfitted

What does "Unfitted" mean?

"Unfitted" means not adapted, unqualified. As an adjective, it is defined as: not adapted, unqualified.

What is another word for "Unfitted"?

Other words for "Unfitted" include inapt, incapable, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unable, unfit and unqualified. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unfitted" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unfitted"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unfitted". Common alternatives include inapt, incapable, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unable, unfit, unqualified, unskilled and unskillful.

What is the opposite of "Unfitted"?

Antonyms of "Unfitted" include able, capable, competent, expert, fit, qualified, skilled and skillful. Near antonyms include prepared, ready, trained and overqualified.

How do you use "Unfitted" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unfitted" in a sentence: "a restless free spirit, he was temperamentally unfitted for a desk job".

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

"Unfitted" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unfitted"?

"Unfitted" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈfi-təd/ and divided into syllables as un·fit·ted.

What is the origin of the word "Unfitted"?

First known use: 1592.