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unqualified

un·qua·li·fied

US/ʌˈnkwɑlɪˌfaɪd/ uncommon

adjective

1.

not limited or restricted

  • “an unqualified denial”
2.

not meeting the proper standards and requirements and training

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3.

having no right or entitlement

  • “a distinction to which he was unentitled”
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4.

lacking specific legal qualifications

  • “a wife is usually considered unqualified to testify against her husband”
5.

lacking the necessary skill or knowledge etc.

  • “an incapable helper”
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Origin

From un- + qualified.

Phrases

  • unqualified hostname
  • unqualified prospect

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