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ineptly
01
with a lack of skill, competence, or effectiveness
Grammatical Information
adverbs of manner
Examples
The new employee handled the customer complaints ineptly, worsening the issues instead of resolving them.
02
in a way that is unsuitable or unfitting for the situation
Examples
He ineptly cracked a joke during the memorial service.
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