Inexpert, a.
Etymology: [L. inexpertus inexperienced: cf. F. inexpert. See In- not, and Expert.]
1. Destitute of experience or of much experience. [Obs.] Milton.
2. Not expert; not skilled; destitute of knowledge or dexterity derived from practice. Akenside.
Shades of meaning
Fernald lists inexpert only as an antonym, under skilful.
He lists it without comment; the entries above explain its neighbors.
Synonyms
none given