ineligible

[ɪnˈɛlɪdʒəbl]

ineligible Definition

not allowed to do or have something; legally disqualified.

Using ineligible: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ineligible" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was ineligible for the scholarship due to his low grades.

  • Example

    The athlete was declared ineligible to compete in the championship.

  • Example

    Foreign nationals are ineligible to vote in this country.

  • Example

    Individuals with criminal records may be ineligible for certain jobs.

ineligible Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ineligible

Phrases with ineligible

  • a player on a football team who is not allowed to catch a forward pass

    Example

    The penalty was called because the pass was caught by an ineligible receiver.

  • ineligible expenses

    expenses that are not covered by an insurance policy or other benefit plan

    Example

    The patient was responsible for paying the ineligible expenses out of pocket.

  • ineligible dependents

    individuals who are not qualified to be claimed as dependents on a tax return

    Example

    The taxpayer was audited for claiming ineligible dependents on their tax return.

Origins of ineligible

from Latin 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'eligere' meaning 'to choose'

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Summary: ineligible in Brief

The term 'ineligible' [ɪnˈɛlɪdʒəbl] refers to being legally disqualified or not allowed to do or have something. It can apply to individuals, expenses, and even football players, as in 'ineligible receiver.' Antonyms include 'eligible' and 'qualified,' while synonyms include 'disqualified' and 'barred.'