Meaning of ineptly in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪˈnɛptli/

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  1. Adverb

    ineptly

    Definitions

    1. with ineptitude

    Examples

    • « in an incompetent manner »
    • « he performed his functions ineptly »
  2. 2. in an infelicitous manner

    Examples

    • « this function is ineptly left to a small voice »

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