ineptly

• Adverbe signifiant « d’une manière maladroite, gauche ou incompétente ». Il décrit des actions effectuées sans habileté ni préparation adéquate, menant souvent à l’échec ou à la gêne.

An adverb meaning "in a clumsy, awkward, or incompetent manner." It describes actions performed without skill or suitability, often resulting in failure or embarrassment.

1. IncompetentlyC1formal

   In a manner that shows a lack of skill, ability, or judgment.

   incompétemment / maladroitement

   • He ineptly tried to fix the leak, causing more damage.
   • The project was managed ineptly from the start.
   • She ineptly handled the customer's complaint.

   Synonymesawkwardlyclumsilyincompetentlyinexpertlymaladroitly

   Antonymesablyadroitlycapablycompetentlydeftlyefficientlyexpertlyproficientlyskillfully

2. Awkwardly or inappropriatelyC1formal

   In a way that is unsuitable, clumsy, or ill-suited for the situation.

   avec maladresse

   • He ineptly commented on the sensitive topic.
   • The joke was told ineptly, leaving everyone uncomfortable.
   • She ineptly tried to change the subject during the argument.

   Synonymesawkwardlyclumsilyincompetentlyinexpertlymaladroitlyungracefully

   Antonymesadroitlyaptlycompetentlydeftlyproperlyskilfullyskillfully