ill-equipped
adjectiveUK /ˌɪl ɪˈkwɪpt/
US /ˌɪl ɪˈkwɪpt/
Not having the right tools or things you need to do something.
The hikers were ill-equipped for the sudden snowstorm.
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2. Not having the necessary skills or training for a task.
He felt ill-equipped to lead the meeting on his first day.
3. Lacking proper supplies or gear for a situation.
The team was ill-equipped for the long expedition.
4. Not provided with the right emotional or mental tools.
She was ill-equipped to handle the sudden bad news.