ineptly-done
|in-ept-ly-done|
C1
/ɪˈnɛptli dʌn/
clumsily executed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ineptly-done' originates from the word 'inept,' which comes from Latin, specifically the word 'ineptus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'aptus' meant 'fitting.'
Historical Evolution
'ineptus' transformed into the French word 'inepte,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inept' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not fitting or suitable,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'clumsy or incompetent.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
performed in a clumsy or incompetent manner.
The project was ineptly-done, resulting in numerous errors.
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Last updated: 2025/03/27 04:47
