amateurism
/ˈæmətʃərɪzəm/
noun
- The practice of engaging in an activity for pleasure rather than for financial gain.
- The Olympic Games once strictly enforced amateurism, barring professional athletes from competing.
- Many musicians start with amateurism, playing in garages for fun before considering a career.
- The club's spirit of amateurism meant that all players volunteered their time without pay.
- A lack of professionalism or skill; an unprofessional approach.
- His amateurism showed when he forgot to bring the contract to the meeting.
- The company's amateurism in handling customer complaints drove away many clients.
- The report was full of errors, revealing a shocking amateurism in the research team.
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