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uncompetitive

/ˌʌn.kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv/

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adjective

/ˌʌn.kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv/C1formalbusiness
  • ruОписывает человека, компанию или продукт, который не может успешно конкурировать с другими на рынке или в ситуации.

Describes a person, company, or product that is not able to compete successfully with others in a market or situation.

  1. Not inclined to competeB2formal

    Lacking the desire or drive to compete or strive against others.

    ruНеконкурентный

    • He has an uncompetitive nature and prefers collaborative work.
    • Her uncompetitive attitude made her a great team player.
    • The uncompetitive spirit of the group led to a relaxed atmosphere.

    Synonymsapatheticcomplacentcontenteasygoingindifferentlaid-backnoncompetitivepassiveunambitiousunmotivated

    Antonymsambitiousaspiringcompetitivedrivenrivalrous

  2. Not able to compete effectivelyB2formal

    Lacking the necessary qualities, such as price, quality, or efficiency, to succeed in a competitive market or environment.

    ruНеконкурентоспособный

    • The company's products are uncompetitive due to high production costs.
    • An uncompetitive salary makes it hard to attract top talent.
    • The industry became uncompetitive after new regulations were introduced.

    Synonymsineffectiveinefficientinferiornoncompetitiveunsuccessfulweak

    Antonymscompetitiveefficientviable

Forms
  • more uncompetitive comparative form
  • most uncompetitive superlative form