adj
unskilled
adj
1
Lacking trained ability or expertise, describing a person or workforce.
"The factory hired unskilled workers and trained them on the job."
2
Not requiring special training or expertise, describing a job or task.
"Sorting boxes is considered unskilled labour, but it still takes stamina."
How to Use Unskilled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWithout special training — either a person who lacks it or a job that does not need it.
Common pairings
unskilled labour
unskilled worker
Word Forms
more unskilled comparative, most unskilled superlative
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