Verboticism: Incompedense
DEFINITION: n. A specialized inability, or area of "chosen incompetency", based on an individual's need to avoid certain unpleasant tasks. v. To avoid responsibility by claiming incompetence.
Incompedense
Created by: artr
Pronunciation: 1nkɑmpədəns
Sentence: Josh has shown in numerous ways that he is a smart kid. He has successfully completed a number of video games. His grades are good. But when his mom asks for assistance, he is the picture of imcompedense.
Etymology: incompetence (not having or showing the necessary skills to do something successfully) + dense (stupid)
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