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incompetent vs clumsy

clumsy vs incompetent

incompetent is a noun but clumsy is not a noun.

incompetent and clumsy both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
incompetent Yes Yes No No
clumsy No Yes No No
As adjectives, incompetent and clumsy are synonyms defined as:
  • incompetent and clumsy: showing lack of skill or aptitude
Other synonyms of incompetent include bungling, fumbling.
incompetent (noun) clumsy (noun)
someone who is not competent to take effective action
incompetent (adjective) clumsy (adjective)
not qualified or suited for a purpose lacking grace in movement or posture
legally not qualified or sufficient not elegant or graceful in expression
not doing a good job showing lack of skill or aptitude
not meeting requirements difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape
showing lack of skill or aptitude
Difference between incompetent and clumsy

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