Antonyms for in competence


Grammar : Noun
Spell : in-kom-pi-tuh ns or in-kom-pi-tuh n-see
Phonetic Transcription : ɪnˈkɒm pɪ təns or ɪnˈkɒm pɪ tən si


Definition of in competence

Origin :
  • 1660s, "inadequacy;" 1716, "want of skill," from French incompétence (mid-16c.), from in- "not, opposite of, without" (see in- (1)) + compétence (see competence). Native formation incompetency (from incompetent + -cy) is attested from 1610s.
  • As in inability : noun disabling lack of talent, skill
  • As in inadequacy : noun shortage, defect, inability
  • As in awkwardness : noun clumsiness; inelegance
  • As in incompetence : noun lack of ability
  • As in ineptitude : noun incapacity
  • As in incapability : noun inability
  • As in incompetency : noun inability
  • As in powerlessness : noun inability
  • As in disqualification : noun disability; rejection for participation
  • As in feebleness : noun lack of strength; ineffectiveness

Synonyms for in competence

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