inexpert

[ in-eks-purt, in-ik-spurt ]

adjective

1. not expert; unskilled.

inexpert

/ ɪnˈɛkspɜːt /

adjective

1. not expert; unskilled or unskilful; inept

Derived Forms

• inˈexpertly, adverb
• inˈexpertness, noun

Other Words From

• in·expert·ly adverb
• in·expert·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of inexpert¹

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English word from Latin word inexpertus. See in- ³, expert

Example Sentences

Animal advocates are also concerned that these lions could be inbred as a result of poorly managed, inexpert breeding programs.

From National Geographic

That exposed a fact that the post-civil war triumphalism and lavish spending had papered over: He and his family were inexpert stewards of the government, especially on economic issues.

From New York Times

Fern was a sweet, round-faced baby, content with even the most inexpert of baby-handlers.

From Literature

Science and our own inexpert judgement are all we have to rely on as we navigate what I hope will be the final chapter of this long ordeal.

From Los Angeles Times

That’s not surprising: Conspiracy theorists often aim to ply the inexpert masses with plausible-sounding but inaccurate legalisms in order to sow confusion.

From Los Angeles Times