UNQUALIFIED Synonyms: 156 Similar and Opposite Words

unqualified

adjective

ˌən-ˈkwä-lə-ˌfīd

Definition of unqualified

as in unconditional

having no exceptions or restrictions the new play is an unqualified success

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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 Regardless, the Tennessee Supreme Court ruled Hines had not proven the doctor was unqualified and suggested the problems were an isolated mishap. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026 Hines has asked the governor and the courts to intervene, arguing that the doctor involved in the May procedure was unqualified and could cause the same problems during his execution. — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026 The trucking industry has applauded the administration’s effort to get unqualified drivers off the road and close down sham CDL schools, and companies praised this new effort to get more veterans behind the wheel. — Josh Funk, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026 While giving a Spanish-language presentation of an award, Hernández was unexpectedly joined by Ferrell, who volunteered to serve as his decidedly unqualified translator. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for unqualified

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Adjective

The capitulation of Germany is at hand, the Third Reich's unconditional surrender just days away.

— Danielle Parker, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Despite his resolve to be gentler and kinder than Cotton, Hank still struggles to articulate his unconditional love to his son, Bobby.

— Jordana Rosenfeld, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of unconditional

Adjective

But in Meriwether’s hands, the show became a propulsive exploration of both women’s trauma and the misogynistic criminal justice system that’s unfit to deal with it.

— Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 31 Aug. 2026
The complaint also alleges Wendy's failed to warn customers of the alleged danger and served food that was unfit for human consumption.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of unfit

Adjective

Getting unlimited In negotiations with TV channel operators, YouTube executives have always leaned on user studies to back up requests in negotiations.

— Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 1 Sep. 2026
This Unlimited plan adds unlimited monthly messages under a fair use policy, priority access to new features and models, and support for unlimited devices.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of unlimited

Adjective

This Ninth — featuring the Los Angeles Master Chorale and four superb vocal soloists (Saioa Hernández, Tamara Mumford, David Portillo and Ryan Speedo Green) — became Beethoven, alive in the moment, an instrument of utter joy.

— Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Sweet, aromatic, and bubblegum pink, this playful cocktail is the utter definition of fun.

— Bradleigh Mobley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of utter

Adjective

In a 2013 Denver case on similar charges, he was found incompetent to stand trial, and the case was dismissed.

— Olivia Young, CBS News, 22 Aug. 2026
So the archetype of an uncharismatic leader is not necessarily someone unlikeable, introverted, socially incompetent or ineffective.

— Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of incompetent

Adjective

TickTalk’s approach is communication first, safety always, with less screen time and fewer distractions than a smartphone with social media, games, and unrestricted internet access.

— Jon Stojan, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
Last June, Shara signed a decree permitting foreign investors full ownership rights in most sectors, an unrestricted ability to repatriate their profits, and extensive tax and customs concessions.

— Jesse Marks, Foreign Affairs, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of unrestricted

Adjective

Almost all have private terraces or gardens, and the original frescoes and vaulted ceilings add to the feeling of absolute splendor.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
This perfume features notes of cacao absolute and caramel, along with green hazelnut, jasmine sambac absolute, cedarwood, ambroxan, and moss providing a nutty and earthy element, too.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Sep. 2026

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