inexpert

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈɛkspɜrt/

KK: /ɪnˈɛkspɜrt/

adjective

Definition

Someone who is not skilled or knowledgeable in a particular area or activity.

Example

The inexpert gardener struggled to keep the plants alive.

Conversation

I tried cooking that new recipe last night, but it was a disaster.

Oh no! Was it because you felt a bit inexpert in the kitchen?

Definitely! I think I need more practice to get better.

Don't worry, everyone starts as an inexpert cook at some point!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

unskilled

inept

amateur

Antonyms

skilled

expert

proficient

Root Explanation

Inexpert is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "expertus" (from Latin, meaning experienced or skilled). The word describes someone who is not skilled or lacks expertise in a particular area.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'skilled' ('expertus') — this helps you remember that inexpert means lacking skill or experience.

Visually Confused Words

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