Inept detective Synonyms

Definitions for Inept


  • (adjective) lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job
  • (adjective) not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation
  • (adjective) showing or marked by a lack of skill and tact (as in dealing with a situation)

Definitions for Detective


  • (noun) a person not on the police force who investigates criminal or illicit activity or searches for missing persons
  • (noun) a police officer who investigates crimes
  • (noun) an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public