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incompetence

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of incompetence

the lack of sufficient ability, power, or means

the astounding incompetence of the new assistant

Synonyms of incompetence

impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness

Words Related to incompetence

disqualification, inaptitude

ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency

Near Antonyms of incompetence

aptitude, bent, endowment, flair, genius, gift, knack, talent

effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency

fitness, suitability, suitableness

potency, power, puissance, sinew, strength

Antonyms of incompetence

ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency, potency

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