1
as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
the new play is an unqualified success
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2
as in unfit
lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job
if we hire an unqualified candidate, we'll just be wasting our time
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as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose
an unqualified denial of the charges
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Recent Examples of unqualified
Titan paints a picture of a CEO who surrounded himself with yes men, many of them inexperienced and unqualified.
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Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 11 June 2025
Donlon’s suit comes a week after four former top NYPD officials filed suits of their own with similar allegations — that unqualified members who were connected to the executive staff were funneled into high profile units.
—Mark Morales, CNN Money, 16 July 2025
Cuomo and some other Democrats have cast Mamdani as unqualified.
—Anthony Izaguirre, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
If a position is continued, it is filled with a totally unqualified but loyal sycophant or cult member.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2025
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Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 11 June 2025
Donlon’s suit comes a week after four former top NYPD officials filed suits of their own with similar allegations — that unqualified members who were connected to the executive staff were funneled into high profile units.
—Mark Morales, CNN Money, 16 July 2025
Cuomo and some other Democrats have cast Mamdani as unqualified.
—Anthony Izaguirre, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
If a position is continued, it is filled with a totally unqualified but loyal sycophant or cult member.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unqualified
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In the pic, eras overlap seamlessly, capturing the primal fears, rituals, and unconditional bonds that remain unchanged through time.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
6 Aug. 2025
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One of the most important parts of the film is the story of Ella Little-Collins unconditional love towards Malcolm X, Gayotto-Hohl said.—
Damenica Ellis,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Aug. 2025
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Communication tools are a major friction point, with two-thirds of workers finding their current solutions unfit for purpose, and almost half perceiving them as designed exclusively for office staff.—
Melody Brue,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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The 41-year-old was taken to the hospital after the flight landed and was later arrested on suspicion of being unfit for duty, per the statement.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Get unlimited digital access to Vogue including the September issue for $3 $1/month for one year.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
13 Aug. 2025
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Those companies have virtually unlimited funds and a growing appetite for sports.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Amid all the looming consciousness that our time on earth is precious, there are also specials unerringly devoted to utter stupidity, and even the comedians fixated on mortality are delivering life-affirming material, too.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
6 Aug. 2025
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At my worst, there was utter loneliness and anhedonia.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
5 Aug. 2025
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At that time, Mollie Keen was diagnosed with an incompetent cervix, which is when the lower part of the cervix begins to open (dilate) too early, typically in the second trimester, the release shared.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
28 July 2025
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Basically, how others will judge you for moving on, if you’ll be seen as incompetent or immoral for quitting.—
Vicki Salemi,
Boston Herald,
20 July 2025
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The defender is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2026, and another major injury would likely lead the team to move on.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
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Phillips is due to earn $13.3 million this season and is eligible to become an unrestricted free agent after the season.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
2 Aug. 2025
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But the effect is the absolute least at the marginal rate, and the least in general when the cuts are in rates of a progressive tax system.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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But once upon a time, Western societies understood that once a horrific war has been initiated, there can be no substitute for absolute victory.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Here, Rodel shares how to make the unfitted kitchen trend your own, one statement-worthy piece at a time.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 May 2025
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Mix Materials The beauty in the unfitted kitchen aesthetic is found in its collected look.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 May 2025
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“Unqualified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unqualified. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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