Feckless

usgb/ˈfekləs/
adjective

Someone is called feckless when they lack determination or skill and cannot do anything successfully.

He was portrayed as a feckless leader incapable of making tough decisions.
Visual representation of "feckless" - Someone is called feckless when they lack determination or skill and cannot do anything successfully

Often appears as...

  • feckless individual
  • feckless attempt

Usage tips

Disapproving

General, Academic

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Negative Connotation

Feckless carries a negative tone, suggesting incompetence or irresponsibility.

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The project failed because of his feckless management.
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Not for Skills

Use 'feckless' to criticize character or actions, not lack of concrete skills like playing an instrument.

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Their feckless spending left them in debt, not their lack of budgeting skills.
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Casual Use

Best used in informal situations or literature, might be too strong for polite conversation.

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In casual chat, calling someone feckless might come off as rude.
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