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Synonyms of unqualified

3 similar words · 4 opposite words

Another word for unqualified is ineligible. Other synonyms of unqualified are nonqualified and undescribed. The opposite of unqualified is eligible.

Synonyms and similar words for unqualified

adjectiveNot qualified: ineligible; unfit for a position or task.

adjectiveNot elaborated upon; undescribed; unrestricted.

Opposite of unqualified

adjectiveNot qualified: ineligible; unfit for a position or task.

  • competent
  • eligibleAllowed to and meeting the necessary conditions required to participate in or be chosen for something.
  • qualified

adjectiveNot elaborated upon; undescribed; unrestricted.

Meaning of unqualified

  1. adjective Not qualified: ineligible; unfit for a position or task.
  2. adjective Not elaborated upon; undescribed; unrestricted.
  3. adjective Outright; thorough; utter; unhampered.

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Questions about synonyms of unqualified

What is another word for unqualified?
Unqualified has 3 synonyms on Word.ws, such as ineligible, nonqualified and undescribed.
What is the opposite of unqualified?
The opposite of unqualified is eligible.
What does unqualified mean?
Unqualified means not qualified: ineligible; unfit for a position or task.

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