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INEPTLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

With ineptitude; in an incompetent manner

Example:

he performed his functions ineptly

Synonyms:

fecklessly; ineptly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

inept (generally incompetent and ineffectual)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In an infelicitous manner

Example:

this function is ineptly left to a small voice

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

inept (not elegant or graceful in expression)

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