1. people who lack the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something effectively
Usage: plural form of incompetent

Examples

• The company fired several incompetents who couldn’t meet basic job requirements.
• Don’t hire incompetents just because they’re willing to work for less money.
• The project failed because it was managed by incompetents.
• She refused to work with incompetents who would slow down the team.
• The board replaced the incompetents with qualified professionals.
• Too many incompetents in key positions led to the organization’s downfall.