underqualified
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/ˌʌndərˈkwɑːlɪfaɪd/
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/ˌʌndəˈkwɒlɪfaɪd/
lacking necessary qualifications
Etymology
'underqualified' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'not enough' and the word 'qualified' from Latin 'qualificare', where 'qualis' meant 'of what kind'.
'qualified' changed from the Latin word 'qualificare' and eventually became the modern English word 'qualified'.
Initially, 'qualified' meant 'to make of a certain quality', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the necessary skills or credentials'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking the necessary qualifications or credentials for a particular job or task.
He was underqualified for the managerial position.
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Last updated: 2025/01/15 18:43