unprofessional

[US]/ʌnprə'feʃ(ə)n(ə)l/
[UK]/ˌʌnprə'fɛʃənl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. not displaying the level of professionalism required, violating professional standards of conduct.

Example Sentences

a report on unprofessional conduct.

He knows nothing of unprofessional matters.

The teacher was dismissed from his post for unprofessional conduct.

to be labeled as unprofessional

to receive criticism for being unprofessional

Real-world Examples

I apologize if my appearance or demeanor is unprofessional.

Source: BoJack Horseman Season 3

Russian's own anti-doping agency called the report unprofessional and illogical.

Source: CNN Selected November 2015 Collection

Number 4. The email text is unprofessional.

Source: Daily English Listening | Bilingual Intensive Reading

The U.S. called the Iranian maneuvers concerning, unsafe, and unprofessional.

Source: CNN Selects January 2017 Collection

Do you think it looks a bit unprofessional?

Source: BBC Authentic English

It's not unprofessional to be energized.

Source: Rachel's Classroom: Job Interview

Dr. Wendy Rhoades look very unprofessional.

Source: Billions Season 1

I mean, it was rather unprofessional on her part.

Source: House of Cards 2013 Season 5

Use them instead of saying um which can sound unprofessional.

Source: Learn business English with Lucy.

Some very strong language from the Americans, unsafe, unprofessional, reckless.

Source: BBC Listening Compilation March 2023

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now