inexpert
adjective
in·ex·pert (ˌ)i-ˈnek-ˌspərt 
ˌi-nik-ˈspərt
ˌi-nik-ˈspərt : not expert : unskilled
inexpert
(ˌ)i-ˈnek-ˌspərt
noun inexpertly
(ˌ)i-ˈnek-ˌspərt-lē
adverb ˌi-nik-ˈspərt
inexpertness noun
Synonyms
- amateur
- amateurish
- dilettante
- dilettantish
- inexperienced
- jackleg
- nonprofessional
- unprofessional
- unskilled
- unskillful
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Example Sentences
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
Recent Examples on the Web The procedure is not without risk: The mortality rate from tellurium injections is 12 percent, and can rise as high as 68 percent for children when the work is performed by an inexpert hand. 
Aaron Timms, The New Republic, 2 Sep. 2022 That’s not surprising: Conspiracy theorists often aim to ply the inexpert masses with plausible-sounding but inaccurate legalisms in order to sow confusion. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2021 The evening was a simple, completely inexpert exercise in apolitical comity. Nicholas Dawidoff, The New Yorker, 6 June 2021 Brainy, mannered, dryly amused, ‘The Inheritance’ can appear willfully inexpert; the self-conscious acting feels both deliberate and the work of a director who hasn’t spent much time working with actors. Mark Olsen Staff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2021
Aaron Timms, The New Republic, 2 Sep. 2022 That’s not surprising: Conspiracy theorists often aim to ply the inexpert masses with plausible-sounding but inaccurate legalisms in order to sow confusion. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2021 The evening was a simple, completely inexpert exercise in apolitical comity. Nicholas Dawidoff, The New Yorker, 6 June 2021 Brainy, mannered, dryly amused, ‘The Inheritance’ can appear willfully inexpert; the self-conscious acting feels both deliberate and the work of a director who hasn’t spent much time working with actors. Mark Olsen Staff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2021 Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Latin inexpertus, from in- + expertus expert
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
inexpert 1 of 2
adjective
1
as in inexperienced
lacking or showing a lack of expert skill an inexpert attempt at putting on an outdoor concert Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- inexperienced
- amateur
- unskilled
- amateurish
- nonprofessional
- dilettante
- unprofessional
- dilettantish
- incompetent
- unskillful
- untrained
- untutored
- awkward
- unprepared
- clumsy
- unschooled
- unqualified
- untaught
- unfinished
- uninitiated
- new
- jackleg
- flawed
- ham-fisted
- unpolished
- defective
- primitive
- unseasoned
- untested
- curbstone
- self-taught
- incapable
- ham-handed
- untried
- fresh
- faulty
- untalented
- unfit
- crude
- unable
- beginning
- heavy-handed
- green
- would-be
- talentless
- ungifted
- entry-level
- raw
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- expert
- professional
- adept
- skilled
- competent
- skillful
- able
- capable
- proficient
- masterly
- talented
- virtuoso
- masterful
- consummate
- virtuosic
- ace
- dexterous
- master
- gifted
- dextrous
- experienced
- seasoned
- handsome
- knowledgeable
- veteran
- accomplished
- qualified
- crackerjack
- practised
- trained
- prepared
- educated
- taught
- versed
- practiced
- initiated
- habile
- schooled
- fitted
- versatile
- ambidextrous
- polished
- tutored
- slick
- finished
- all-round
- well-rounded
- all-around
2
as in incompetent
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 Synonyms & Similar Words
- incompetent
- unfit
- unfitted
- inexperienced
- unskilled
- incapable
- unqualified
- unable
- unprepared
- inept
- inapt
- unskillful
- ineligible
- untrained
- useless
- inefficient
- amateurish
- ineffective
- unprofessional
- ineffectual
- callow
- dilettantish
- worthless
- green
- disqualified
- unequipped
- raw
- wanting
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- expert
- competent
- skilled
- skillful
- capable
- able
- qualified
- trained
- prepared
- ready
- adept
- fit
- seasoned
- experienced
- ultracompetent
- veteran
- virtuoso
- consummate
- ace
- practised
- crack
- accomplished
- overqualified
- practiced
- versatile
- protean
- all-round
- all-around
3
as in clumsy
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 Synonyms & Similar Words
- clumsy
- inexperienced
- awkward
- bungling
- careless
- inept
- incompetent
- botched
- unskilled
- sloppy
- maladroit
- amateur
- amateurish
- fumbled
- inefficient
- unprofessional
- unpolished
- ineffectual
- unskillful
- tactless
- misguided
- crude
- green
- undiplomatic
- ineffective
- ineffectual
- misdirected
- tacky
- ill-advised
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- expert
- adroit
- competent
- skilled
- facile
- professional
- deft
- adept
- skillful
- proficient
- capable
- able
- dexterous
- talented
- masterly
- dextrous
- clever
- masterful
- consummate
- polished
- accomplished
- easy
- diplomatic
- tactful
- smooth
- gracious
- crackerjack
- effortless
inexpert
2 of 2noun
as in amateur
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 Synonyms & Similar Words
- amateur
- beginner
- novice
- kid
- newcomer
- trifler
- rookie
- greenhorn
- jackleg
- tyro
- tenderfoot
- freshman
- learner
- hack
- hacker
- neophyte
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- expert
- adept
- master
- hand
- craftsman
- crackerjack
- ace
- sharp
- past master
- shark
- virtuoso
- whiz
- maestro
- wizard
- veteran
- crackajack
- vet
- old hand
- old-timer