Word: noncompetence
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: non
com
pe
tence
Definition: The state or condition of being noncompetent.
Morphemes:
Affix: non-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Used in the sense of no or none to show lack of or failure to perform; or in the sense of not to negate the meaning of the word to which it is prefixed.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: nōn
Language: ML.
Decoded: non
Meaning: not
Affix: competence
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The quality or state of being able or suitable for a particular task; the quality or state of being competent for a particular task.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: compétence
Language: fr
Decoded: competence
PoS: Noun
Meaning: competence, ability, skill