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
The right leadership is critical One of the most damaging mistakes companies make is appointing DEI leaders who are passionate but unqualified.
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Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
By appearing in general job searches, there's the risk of receiving a higher volume of unqualified applicants.
—Cj Eason, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
If the Trump administration is so afraid of people being promoted due to their race, why are so many Trump appointees unqualified?
—Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025
The answer is an unqualified no, obviously, despite Mrs. Bennett’s attempt to force Mr. Bennett to force Lizzy to reconsider.
—Marley Marius, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
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Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
By appearing in general job searches, there's the risk of receiving a higher volume of unqualified applicants.
—Cj Eason, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
If the Trump administration is so afraid of people being promoted due to their race, why are so many Trump appointees unqualified?
—Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025
The answer is an unqualified no, obviously, despite Mrs. Bennett’s attempt to force Mr. Bennett to force Lizzy to reconsider.
—Marley Marius, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unqualified
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While Ukraine agreed to all U.S. proposals for an unconditional ceasefire and subsequently agreed to plans for a smaller-scale maritime ceasefire, the Russians laid out last week a series of new demands, including the lifting of some U.S. sanctions.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
2 Apr. 2025
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The themes of the game were unconditional love and revenge, which is in line with the series as well.—
Vivian Kwarm,
New York Daily News,
25 Mar. 2025
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There were cries of a rotten system and in its recent lawsuit against the tennis authorities, the PTPA has belittled the current system as unfit for purpose.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Once a game has started, the lead umpire determines whether it should be suspended as well as when it can be resumed or terminated because of bad weather or unfit playing conditions.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Subscribe now to support our journalism and get unlimited access to our coverage.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
3 Apr. 2025
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Get unlimited access to WIRED for only $2.50 $1 per month for one year.—
Megan Farokhmanesh,
Wired News,
3 Apr. 2025
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In utter disbelief, June responds by getting out of line and following the voice calling her name.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the name of utter indulgence, soak in your own private hot tub while tucking into one of the Whirlpool Casitas, a good way to loosen up after a day on the links.—
David Weiss,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The police department’s insufficient and incompetent investigation cannot stand.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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After almost a year of being declared incompetent, her trial began in April 2023.—
Miguel Torres,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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The Nuggets arrived at another crossroads last offseason when Kentavious Caldwell-Pope became an unrestricted free agent.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article The new NFL year officially began March 12, and the negotiating window for unrestricted free agents opened March 10.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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But the most viral clips from the show often trend for making either the suitor — or the singles — absolute fools online.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Mayor’s ball is an absolute feast for the senses; the black-and-white costumes, the massive number of performers, the layout and possibility of the space.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
9 Apr. 2025
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Also out: general manager Calvin Booth, whose contract will not be renewed.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Promoted to director of college scouting in 2003 and director of player personnel in 2009 and then assistant general manager in 2012, DeCosta has essentially been setting the prospect board and running Ravens’ drafts since 2005.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Unqualified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unqualified. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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