Synonyms of ineligible

ineligible

adjective

as in disqualified

not allowed to do or be something

Previously ineligible patients may now be able to participate in the study.

She was ineligible for the contest.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disqualified
• unfit
• unfitted
• unable
• unprepared
• incompetent
• incapable
• inexperienced
• unqualified
• unskilled
• inefficient
• ineffective
• ineffectual
• inept
• inapt
• unprofessional
• worthless
• green
• useless
• amateurish
• inexpert
• unskillful
• untrained
• unequipped
• callow
• wanting
• raw
• dilettantish

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• eligible
• able
• capable
• qualified
• competent
• skilled
• expert
• ready
• skillful
• fit
• prepared
• trained
• ultracompetent
• experienced
• veteran
• adept
• crack
• ace
• practised
• seasoned
• accomplished
• overqualified
• consummate
• practiced
• versatile
• virtuoso
• all-round
• protean
• all-around

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ineligible

Former French Prime Minister François Fillon was ruled ineligible for ten years in 2020 following a guilty verdict, as was right-wing politician Alain Juppé in 2004. —Colette Davidson, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Mar. 2025

His lawyers noted there are many circumstances which might make a person ineligible for bond, such as coming in at a port of entry and having a visa questioned. —Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025

Even a small gift or reward from the charity makes the entire contribution ineligible for a QCD. —Bob Carlson, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025

The rules stated that a company was ineligible for PPP funding if any owner of more than 20% of the business’ equity was facing criminal charges, according to the news release. —Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2025