English · Adjectives
unskilled
/ʌnˈskɪld/
[/ʌnˈskɪld/]
untrained
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Not having special training or ability for a particular job.
Example
Unskilled workers were given simple tasks while the experts handled the machines.
Unskilled workers were given simple tasks while the experts handled the machines.
Etymology
From the prefix 'un-' plus 'skilled'.
How & Where It’s Used
Often used in labor and employment contexts.