Unfit

/ʌnˈfɪt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not suitable or proper; inadequate in fitness, quality, or condition.

The unfit condition of the park prevented children from playing safely.

Not physically strong or healthy; out of shape.

After months of inactivity, he realized he was unfit to participate in the marathon.

Not qualified or competent.

The candidate was deemed unfit for the position due to a lack of experience.

From un- + fit, where fit means suitable or proper.

unfit to serve

ineligible or unsuitable for a role, often in a governmental or official context.

unfit for duty

not mentally or physically capable of performing required tasks, often used in military or emergency services.

unfitted

not made to fit; unsuitable for a particular purpose.

fit

suitable or appropriate; in good health.

fitness

the condition of being physically fit and healthy.

Out of shape

After a year of binge-watching shows, I feel completely unfit.

Not up to scratch

His performance was unfit for a professional setting.