unfit

• Décrit quelqu'un ou quelque chose qui ne convient pas, qui ne répond pas aux exigences ou qui n'est pas en assez bonne condition physique pour un but donné.

Describes someone or something that is not suitable, qualified, or in good enough physical condition for a particular purpose.

1. Not suitable or appropriateB2formal

   Not meeting the required standards or qualifications for a particular purpose or role.

   inadapté, non qualifié

   • The candidate was deemed unfit for the job due to lack of experience.
   • This water is unfit for drinking.
   • The building was declared unfit for human habitation.

   Synonymesimproperinappropriateincapableincompetentunbecomingunqualifiedunsuitableunsuited

   Antonymesappropriatefitproperqualifiedsuitable

2. Not in good physical conditionB1formal

   Lacking physical strength, stamina, or health; out of shape.

   en mauvaise condition physique

   • He became unfit after years of a sedentary lifestyle.
   • She felt too unfit to run the marathon.
   • Regular exercise is important to avoid becoming unfit.

   Synonymesailingdebilitatedfeeblefrailinfirmsicklyunhealthyweak

   Antonymesathleticfithealthyrobuststrong

3. Physically unsound or diseasedB2formal

   Suffering from poor health or a medical condition that impairs normal function.

   inapte physiquement / maladif

   • The doctor declared him unfit for military service due to a heart condition.
   • The animal was found to be unfit and was taken to a shelter.
   • He was considered unfit to stand trial because of his mental state.

   Synonymesailingdiseasedillinfirmsicklyunhealthyunsound

   Antonymesfithealthysoundwell

• Rendre quelqu'un ou quelque chose inapte ou non qualifié pour un rôle ou une fonction spécifique; disqualifier ou priver de sa capacité à remplir une tâche.

A verb meaning to make someone or something unsuitable or not qualified for a particular purpose or role.

1. Make unsuitableC1formal

   To render something or someone unsuitable or incapable for a particular purpose.

   rendre inapte

   • The constant noise unfits the room for studying.
   • His injury unfits him for heavy labor.
   • The new regulations unfitted the old equipment for use.

   Synonymesdisabledisenabledisqualifyincapacitateindispose

   Antonymesequipfitpreparequalifysuit