Here's why:
* Inane, incompetent, and inept all relate to a lack of intelligence or ability.
* Ingratiate means to gain favor with someone, often by flattery. It doesn't have the same negative connotation as the other words.
Here's why:
* Inane, incompetent, and inept all relate to a lack of intelligence or ability.
* Ingratiate means to gain favor with someone, often by flattery. It doesn't have the same negative connotation as the other words.