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ineptly-done

|in-ept-ly-done|

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/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