Meaning & use
unprofessional
Not conforming to the standards of behavior expected in a particular job or profession.
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Showing up late to every client meeting is simply unprofessional.
The manager's unprofessional comments during the review upset the entire team.
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Refers to conduct or appearance that falls short of workplace norms, not to a person's overall skill.
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